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■ Serves 6 ■ Prep 15 mins ■ Cook 35 mins 1 tbsp olive oil 2 courgettes, thinly sliced 250g ricotta 2 eggs small handful of basil, chopped pinch of nutmeg 1 tbsp gxrated parmesan or vegetarian alternat

SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS For the salad 1kg new potatoes Vegetable oil 200g asparagus tips 2 large handfuls rocket leaves 2 tbsp finely sliced spring onions 6 sun-dried tomato halves, roughly chopped 1 lar

By Thalia Rhodes Serves 2 | Prep 20 mins FOR THE CARROT TOP PESTO 1 bunch of carrot topsA large handful of flat-leaf parsleyA large handful of coriander5 tbsp olive oil, or any flavourless oil3 tbsp w

Not just for Christmas, baking a round of soft cheese offers a great centrepiece for a sharing dish like this one, which is best enjoyed al fresco with friends and drinks. SERVES 3 PREP 5 mins COOK 30

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