INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp oil 1 large onion, finely chopped 4 garlic cloves, chopped 1 red chilli, deseeded and chopped 400g can black beans, drained and rinsed 1 litre vegetable stock Zest and juice of 1 un

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

SERVES 6 Ingredients Olive oil, for frying 100g smoked streaky bacon, finely chopped 1kg braising steak or beef shin, cut into 2.5cm/1in chunks 2 heaped tbsp plain flour 2 large onions, thinly sliced

Low on effort, high on flavour!

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

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