Love your leeks

■ Serves 2 ■ Prep 10 mins ■ Cook 35 mins 77g cubed pancettaknob of unsalted butter2 leeks, washed, halvedlengthways and thinly sliced200g spaghetti3 egg yolks75g parmesan2 tsp ground blackpeppercorns

Toast, soup, a bake, a biscuit… When the days are dark and cold, you want simple recipes with a nod to nostalgia and childhood comforts, but with flavours that feel right for now

Once you’ve made the creamy leek sauce for the pie, you can add any cooked meat you fancy or cooked mushrooms and squash for a veggie version. ■ Serves 4 ■ Prep 10 mins ■ Cook 50 mins 300g cooked chic

Enjoy a relaxed weekend feast with these delicious dishes that can be prepared ahead of time, and simply warmed up when you’re ready to serve

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

We’re giving the classics a new year makeover. The twist? They’re all meat-free