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Our favourite type of cooking – maximum flavour, minimal washing-up

This impressive plan-ahead Christmas lunch from Flora Shedden is a mouthwatering mix of traditional recipes and deliciously unexpected flavours

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

Filled aubergines are submerged in a blipping sweet tomato sauce for a tasty tea. SERVES 2 PREP 20 MINS COOK 30 MINS ✱ 2 aubergines (250g each) ✱ 30g bunch basil ✱ 400g tin borlotti beans, drained ✱ 1

We’ve upped the flavour stakes on these by adding a simple seasoning that also brings a bit more crunch. SERVES 6-8 PREP 10 mins COOK 1 hr 30 mins EASY VE ❄ 2kg Maris Piper or King Edwardpotatoes6 tbs

A nut roast packed with umami, smokiness and sweetness from squash, lentil and dates. SERVES 6 | PREP 2 HRS PLUS RESTING | COOK 1 HR 15 MINS EASY 400g butternut squash, cut into 2cm cubes 3 tsp smoked