Budget Cooking
Chicken, Barley and Lentil Broth
A hearty chicken, barley and lentil broth: whole chicken breasts poached in the pot so they stay tender, with pearl barley, green lentils and plenty of veg.
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The Cottage Pie That Stretches 500g of Mince to Feed Four
The weeknight cottage pie — one packet of mince, one cast iron dish, hob to oven to table. Peas and sweetcorn stretch 500g to feed four properly.
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Energy-efficient cooking in winter — cost-effective ways to use your oven, hob, and slow cooker to cut bills without sacrificing good food.
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