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Ingredients (Makes 1 square, 1 round, or 4 small bowls) 75 g plain flour1 large egg75 ml whole milkPinch of salt4 tsp vegetable oil 1 Preheat the oven to 220°C, 200°C fan oven, Gas Mark 7. Spoon the o

Here’s a great sharing brunch for a crowd. Make all the soft cheese spreads a few days before, then on the day, simply toast the bagels and add your favourite toppings. SERVES 10-12 PREP 30 mins COOK

Easy canapés for a delicious festive celebration

Need midweek meal inspiration? These recipes have a little something for everyone, and are ready in 60 minutes or less

MAKES 12 PREP 20 mins COOK 30 mins EASY 15g butter 15g plain flour 180ml milk 1 tbsp Dijon mustard 60g gruyère, grated 320g sheet ready-rolled puff pastry 80g wafer-thin smoked ham, torn 1 egg, beaten

Take that Boxing Day sandwich to even greater heights – indulgent and luxurious, this recipe makes a lip-smacking lunch for two. SERVES 2 PREP 10 mins COOK 25 mins EASY 2-4 leftover roast potatoes ½ t