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VEGAN "FISH" AND CHIPS WITH CASHEW TARTARE AND WASABI PEAS

Going vegan should never mean missing out on dishes that you love, but rather than try to replicate dishes, we're trying to celebrate vegetables and ingredients that work really well in their own right. Aubergine is perfect for taking on loads of flavour and works really well in a batter. Cashews give a lovely creamy texture when blended - great for dipping sauces!

GLUTEN-FREE CHERRY PIES

EXPERT'S CLASSIC CHERRY PIE

PHWOAAAAAR this is the ultimate cherry pie recipe and the only one you'll ever need. Make the pastry from scratch, make a luxurious, cherry filling and top it all off with that classic lattice that's totally iconic.

BARRY'S BEEF RIB STIFADO BUNNY CHOW

When Barry pulled out 'Greek' and 'South African' out of a hat to create the ultimate fusion dish, this was his first thought. A bunny chow stuffed with a stifado stew... jazzed up souvlaki style with fries! The dish just works. You're going to love it.

JAMIE'S CREOLE CHICKEN KATSU

Vegan Lasagne

Lasagne is known for being very meat and cheese heavy but we know it doesn't have to be! We've come up with a recipe that cuts out all animal products but doesn't compromise at all on taste! Try it for yourself!

FONDANT DRIPPING POTATOES WITH HORSERADISH POMMES PURÉE

This is a clever little dish that moulds itself off the traditional 'steak, chips and gravy' dish EXCEPT every single element is made of potatoes (no actual steak in this recipe- we're sorry for tricking you but it's still AMAZING). You'll make fondant potatoes which are super indulgent. It's the one to whip up if you're looking for something completely outta the box.

MOROCCAN ROAST DINNER

Mike's winning entry to the ultimate fusion battle. Here you've got two international cuisines (British and Moroccan) resulting in an absolutely to-die-for roast dinner. If you've got family and friends coming round, be sure to knuckle down in the kitchen. It's a challenge of a recipe, but utterly worth it for the results.

Spiralised Potato and Blood Sausage Croquettes on Potato Soup

Inspired by Stomppot (a hearty and humble Dutch classic), this dish fuses those ingredients with the flavours of Spain as a nod to the history that brought the potato from Peru to Europe. The recipe also makes full use of the potato's skins and includes a sweet and tangy aioli made from rapeseed oil mixed with honey and sherry vinegar. All in all, a fantastic entry from Ben for the Ultimate Potato Battle. It showcases this amazing ingredient in so many ways. You should give it a go...

Quick Falafel

Falafel is a phenomenally popular middle-eastern dish, and for good reason! The only thing is, who makes it at home? We hope to change all of that with this speedy and delicious recipe.

TRADITIONAL FALAFEL

A Middle eastern classic that's sure to please a crowd! Bring this to any picnic, bbq or party and brace yourself for people asking for the recipe!

5 Ingredient Cherry Pie Turnovers

These cheeky little cherry turnovers are a pushover to make! Just FIVE ingredients in total and you've got tasty little pockets of deliciousness to feast on. They're tart, crispy and guaranteed to warm you to the core.

CHINESE WELSH LAMB BIANG BIANG NOODLES

Sweet Falafel with Chocolate and Tahini Yoghurt

Well... this one's a little different. Sometimes there are recipes where we ask you to trust us. With this one, we can absolutely promise you it's worth it! Happy cooking!

All-Day Lasagne

WARNING! Legend has it that no one's ever read all the way through this ULTIMATE lasagne recipe and not immediately stopped whatever their doing in order to make it for themselves. We only suggest you read further at your own risk.... tasty, tasty risk.....

Slow-Cooked Chilli Con Carne

Having more time on your hands normally makes for a better tasting dish, and that's certainly true in this case! This slow-cooked Chilli Con Carne might take a while, but don't worry - you'll be putting in minimal effort for MAXIMUM results!

American-Style Scrambled Eggs

These 'fully loaded' scrambled eggs will make any breakfast or brunch just that little bit more special. Firm scrambled eggs with lashings of bacon are sure to make the morning of anyone who is served these beauties!

Quick Chilli Con Carne

Chilli Con Carne's great and all.... but it takes forever to make, right? WRONG! We've hacked this recipe so you can be diving your spoon into a perfect bowl of chilli within half an hour... CHILLI JUST BECAME TRULY MIDWEEK!

Beef Shin Chilli Con Carne

Got a little time on your hands and looking to wow some dinner guests? This Chilli Con Carne is the absolute BOMB! The mix of Ancho and Chipotle chilli gives the dish a wonderful, warm, rounded flavour; PERFECT for cozy winter evenings.

30 Minute Lasagne

A genuine midweek lasagne recipe is surely one the holy grails of no-nonsense cooking. BIG flavour with minimal effort. This is sure to please a crowd or a date in equal measure!

English Scrambled Eggs

A Great British classic! Soft and fluffy scrambled eggs, Great British Cheddar and Worcestershire sauce with fresh asparagus.... what a lovely way to start your morning!

French-Style Scrambled Eggs

Seriously posh nosh here! Velvety scrambled eggs made even more indulgent with the addition of crème fraîche and caviar. This is a gorgeous morning dish for a special someone - sure to put you in their good books!

Mirror Glaze Chocolate Mousse

The Oxford English Dictionary defines something that is sensuously luxurious as 'sybaritic'. We reckon this recipe is a closer definition. (Plus we've written it all out for you, so no need for spell-check!)

Traditional Chocolate Mousse

A true classic. Just one mouthful of this decadent chocolate dessert will be enough to convince you never to buy chocolate mousse from the supermarket ever again! Of course, you'll have to use the recipe below in order to find out for yourself just what it's like...