Meat & greet

Pop these delicious meals in the middle of the table so everyone can serve themselves. What’s not to love?

• They use less energy than traditional ovens, making them an eco-friendly alternative. • Many slow cooker recipes can be prepared in advance and then left to cook, so they can be ready when you get h

MAKES ABOUT 60 Ingredients 1½ onions, chopped2 green finger chillies, topsremoved, seeds left in1½ kg minced chicken1½ tbsp garlic, crushed1½ tbsp ginger, finely choppedFresh coriander, finely chopped

This humble staple is having a spotlight moment – get ready to turn the everyday into crave-worthy creations

MAKES ABOUT 60 INGREDIENTS 1½ onions, chopped2 green finger chillies, tops removed, seeds left in1½ kg minced chicken1½ tbsp garlic, crushed1½ tbsp ginger, finely chopped Fresh coriander, finely chopp

This take on pasta e ceci is like a hug in a bowl. It should be brothy, so add more water as it cooks if you need to. As it uses such humble ingredients, seasoning is key. A drizzle of good olive oil