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

SERVES 4-6 PREP 20 mins COOK 2 hrs EASY 3 tbsp olive oil, plus a drizzle1 large onion, finely chopped2 large garlic cloves, crushed10g ginger, peeled and gratedor finely chopped400g lamb mince2 tsp gr

SERVES 4-6 PREP 25 mins plus cooling and at least 1 hr chilling COOK 2 hrs 15 mins MORE EFFORT ❄ 2 tbsp ras el hanout1 lemon, zested4 garlic cloves, crushed6 tbsp olive oil4 lamb shanks (about 1.5kg)2

Treat a special someone to a romantic meal

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

■ Serves 4 ■ Prep 10 mins ■ Cook 20 mins 1 tbsp rapeseed oil1 onion, finely sliced4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs,cut into thick strips1-2 tbsp jerk seasoning1 green chilli, deseeded and sliced(op