January might be chilly, but it’s filled with gorgeous root vegetables and fruits. Celebrate with hearty recipes that prove flavour doesn’t fade with the frost

Serves 630g softened butter350g self-raising flour175g shredded suet¾ tsp salt1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, chopped (optional)230–260ml cold water450g sausagemeat1 medium onion, chopped125g dry-cured stre

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