Surprising soups

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

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

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

SERVES 4 A velvety soup that’s made extra special with the addition of crispy Parma ham and a generous grating of Parmesan. YOU WILL NEED 1tbsp olive oil, plusa little extraKnob of butter1 onion, chop

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

YOU WILL NEED ✔ 50g finely shredded raw Brussels sprouts ✔ salt and pepper ✔ 1 orange ✔ 400g ready-cooked basmati rice ✔ 1 x tin tuna in olive oil ✔ vegan mayonnaise ✔ 1 avocado, smashed ✔ 1 mango, di