Enjoy a relaxed weekend feast with these delicious dishes that can be prepared ahead of time, and simply warmed up when you’re ready to serve

January might be chilly, but it’s filled with gorgeous root vegetables and fruits. Celebrate with hearty recipes that prove flavour doesn’t fade with the frost

Toast, soup, a bake, a biscuit… When the days are dark and cold, you want simple recipes with a nod to nostalgia and childhood comforts, but with flavours that feel right for now

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

SERVES 4 PREP 30 mins COOK 1 hr 20 mins EASY ❄ ragu 2 duck breasts, skin removed2 tbsp olive oil1 onion, finely chopped1 tsp fennel seeds2 garlic cloves1 bay leaf½ small pack parsley, leaves picked,st

REAL FOOD CHAMPION ELLA MILLS HAS NOW MADE NUTRITIOUS COOKING SO SIMPLE THAT YOU CAN’T FAIL TO EAT WELL, ALL YEAR LONG