Beans and pulses aren’t boring staples when they can be used in so many creative ways!Get your pulse racing with these wholesome,fibre-packed dishes from Bold Bean Co founder and author of Full Of Beans, Amelia Christie-Miller.

A new Christmas tradition has emerged over the last few years as the supermarkets engage in a price war over veg. When a bag of carrots costs as little as 8p, it’s worth buying extra and getting creat

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

Enjoy more time for brunching over the festive season. Serve this with pigs in blankets, if you like. SERVES 4 PREP 10 mins COOK 10 mins EASY V 1 British Morrisons Market Street leek, trimmed and thin

Turn fries into dinner with this loaded sweet potato and parsnip fries recipe. Topped with crispy bacon, a creamy blue cheese sauce and tangy pickled cabbage, this is a meal everyone can enjoy. Serves

SERVES 2 PREP 5 mins COOK 25 mins EASY 20g walnut pieces1 tsp rapeseed oil2 slim leeks (about 170g), well washedand thinly sliced175g wholemeal penne2 garlic cloves, finely grated160g baby spinach40g