Pancakes are a timeless way to use up leftovers. Shrove Tuesday (17 Feb) is the day before the start of Lent (Ash Wednesday) – it was the last opportunity to use up eggs and fats before Lent’s fasting

Delicious recipes for a special start to the day – and they’re perfect for beginners!

Constraint is where creativity thrives, says Giovanna Ryan – you might be surprised by what you can make with very little

SERVES 4 PREP 15 mins COOK 20 mins EASY V 4 large field mushrooms8 tomatoes, halved1 garlic clove, thinly sliced2 tsp olive oil200g bag spinach4 eggs 1 Heat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Put the mu

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■ Serves 4 ■ Prep 10 mins ■ Cook 20 mins 1 tbsp rapeseed oil1 onion, finely sliced4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs,cut into thick strips1-2 tbsp jerk seasoning1 green chilli, deseeded and sliced(op