What’s your go-to when you need a big, warm foodie hug? From saucy pasta to indulgent puds, our food team share their ultimate comfort dishes

SERVES 8-10 PREP 20 mins plus cooling COOK 1 hr 10 mins EASY V ❄ 100g blanched hazelnuts, roughly chopped175ml extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for the tin200g 70% dark chocolate, roughly chopped5 e

Philip Khoury’s BAKES ARE SO DECEPTIVELY BUTTER-SOFT THAT YOU’D BE FORGIVEN FOR FORGETTING THEY’RE PLANT-BASED

Pearl barley creates robust, nutty texture and, while it takes longer to cook than rice, it’s worth the effort. Dairy adds richness – we’ve gone for a triple hit with brown butter, mascarpone and goat

For a smoother finish, fish out the chorizo after step 1, blend the potato base, then return the chorizo when you add the kale. ■ Serves 6 ■ Prep 15 mins ■ Cook 30 mins 3 tbsp olive oil2 onions, finel

TO PREP 10 minutes TO FREEZE 4 hours or overnight SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS ● 500g natural yoghurt ● 100g dark chocolate ● 4 tbsp blackcurrants ● 50g mixed nuts, chopped ● 1 tbsp coconut flakes METHOD 1 Li