ciabatta tricolore

Like a pizza, this is an easy lunch to make, featuring toasted ciabatta slices topped with fresh Mediterranean flavours. The tricolore are the three colours of the avocado, tomato and mozzarella.

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perfect coronation chicken

Step back into 1952 and showcase the classic coronation chicken salad for a delicious nostalgic lunch. This is not a bashed-together mayo and mango chutney affair, this is the real deal and fit for a queen.

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stuffed vegetables

When we were filming in Greece, stuffed vegetables was our favourite dish. It all stemmed from a brief lunch stop at the little fishing village of Astakos, where we asked what was for lunch at the first quayside café we came to. They said stuffed tomatoes and peppers, which had just come out of the oven. Straight from the oven when you are ravenously hungry is perfect.

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travelling laksa

Lunch has never been easier. Simply pour over boiling water and let the magic happen. Lime adds a zingy twist!

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bacon and egg bites

These tasty breakfast bites can be customised for any member of the family. Top with grated cheese before baking, or add fried mushrooms, a little thyme or chilli to the egg.

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posh mushrooms with wild garlic on toast

Mushrooms on toast is a great lunch or brunch dish. If wild garlic is out of season you can use sorrel or spinach instead.

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spiced chickpea red pepper aubergine and quinoa grain bowl

Smoky griddled aubergine with subtly spiced chickpeas and cooling yoghurt will make your lunch the envy of the office.

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carrot and sweetcorn fritters

Brunch, lunch or even dinner – there's nothing quite like the humble fritter. These sweetcorn fritters are easy to make and completely vegan.

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cheese and pesto egg rolls

Cheese, pesto and egg, all rolled up in a tortilla wrap. This is such an easy recipe! Enjoy these warm for breakfast or a quick meal at any time of day, or pack them for a picnic or lunchbox.

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cheese and chive scones with pear and honey

Rick Stein’s generously sized cheese and chive scones are delicious for lunch or afternoon tea, especially when served with extra cheese and sliced pears.

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pearl barley risotto with butternut squash basil and ricotta

Pearl barley is cheap, filling and really good for you – and in this risotto-style dish it also tastes fabulous. Once cooked it reheats better than rice, making it perfect for batch cooking.

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lamb hotpot

Nigel Slater's lamb hotpot is simple to put together and a perfect cosy dinner for two on a cold day. Serve with some simple greens.

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coconut dal with kidney beans

This is one of my favourite curries – it’s deceptively substantial for a vegetarian dish, and delicious hot or cold. I often make it by throwing all of the ingredients into the slow cooker at the start of the day, so I come home to a delicious creamy dinner. Serve with basmati rice.

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easy prawn laksa

Fragrant, spicy and coconutty, prawn laksa is the perfect quick and delicious dinner. Using ready-made laksa paste makes cooking easy and rice noodles take just minutes to cook.

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vegan pizzas

Homemade pizza is a great way to get the kids involved with dinner. These two vegan toppings are a good starting point, but feel free to experiment with your own.

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humble pie

Mary Berry has taken humble ingredients and elevated them to create this hearty vegetarian cheesy pie topped with golden puff pastry that feels like a real treat.

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