You needn’t fill your basket to make tasty staples – or so says chef Theo Michaels, because the ingredients for your next delicious dinner are already at home

There’s nothing nicer than a warming chicken pie with crisp, golden-brown puff pastry and creamy, rich sauce. SERVES 4 PREP 30 mins plus cooling COOK 1 hr 35 mins MORE EFFORT 60g unsalted butter60g pl

Celebrate special occasions with recipes that make the most of our favourite spreads and conserves

The weather outside may be frightful, but this easy menu is delightful – and the perfect way to treat good friends

Leave this peppery Filipino stew in the pot overnight to create even more flavour. Enjoy it served with steamed jasmine rice. SERVES 4 PREP 15 mins COOK 45 mins EASY 2 tbsp vegetable oil, plus a splas

“Cooking for two on Valentine’s Day gives you a chance to make a bit more of an effort and seek out some special ingredients without breaking the bank. There’s a rhythm and calmness I love about cooki