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Easy Prime Rib

A bone-in prime rib brought to room temperature, rubbed with kosher salt and a garlic, rosemary and thyme olive oil, seared at 500°F then roasted at 325°F to medium rare and rested under foil.

AmericanMain course4 hr 15 minServes 10917 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: pounds prime rib

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-12223 · Hand-built original

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Easy Pumpkin Soup

This easy Pumpkin Soup is light and brothy, with mellow pumpkin flavor and a savory, smoky-spiced finish. Canned pumpkin and a handful of pantry staples make it a budget-friendly fall lunch or starter, ready in just 20 minutes.

AmericanDinner, Lunch, Soup20 minServes 4186 kcalGluten-freeEgg-free

Main ingredient: chicken

Pairs well with: roasted potatoes, rice pilaf, green beans, caesar salad, garlic bread

HB-0823 · Hand-built original

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Easy roast potatoes

Halved baby potatoes roast in olive oil with smashed garlic cloves still in their skins and thyme sprigs until deeply golden.

WesternSide Dish1 hr 5 minServes 5110 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: baby potatoes

HB-6926 · Hand-built original

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Easy Roasted Cauliflower

Cauliflower florets roasted at high heat with olive oil and flaked salt, then showered with Parmesan for a final two minutes in the oven.

AmericanSide20 minServes 482 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: cauliflower

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-13675 · Hand-built original

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Easy samosa pie

Like lamb samosas, but without the folding! This clever filo pastry pie tastes just as good though. Serve with the usual comfort food sides like roast veggies, potatoes and gravy. You’ll need a deep 8in round baking dish. Each serving provides 604 kcal, 35.1g protein, 43.3g carbohydrate (of which 0g sugars), 31g fat (of which 9.9g saturates), 5.5g fibre and 0.85g salt.

Main course1 hr 30 minServes 4–6146 kcalDairy-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low CholesterolHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: beef

Pairs well with: mashed potatoes, roasted carrots, red wine sauce, yorkshire pudding, green beans

HB-0827 · Hand-built original

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Easy Sesame Noodles (Vegan)

Wheat noodles and baby bok choy tossed in a sesame paste sauce with soy sauce, Sichuan chili oil, garlic and black vinegar, topped with scallions and sesame seeds.

ChineseMain course15 minServes 2107 kcalDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: noodles

Pairs well with: fried rice, spring rolls, bok choy, hot and sour soup

HB-9537 · Hand-built original

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Easy Shrimp Tacos

Shrimp coated in a smoky blend of paprika, cumin and chili powder are seared quickly and tucked into warm flour tortillas.

American, MexicanDinner, entree, Main Course, main dish22 minServes 4360 kcalDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: shrimp

Pairs well with: garlic bread, rice, grits, lemon wedges, col slaw

HB-6930 · Hand-built original

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Easy spaghetti and meatballs

These moreish meatballs are super easy to make, top them with a simple tomato sauce and stir in some spaghetti for a quick midweek meal. Make the meatballs ahead for an even quicker cook on busy weeknights.

ItalianMain course1 hrServes 2662 kcalDairy-freeHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: beef

Pairs well with: mashed potatoes, roasted carrots, red wine sauce, yorkshire pudding, green beans

HB-2907 · Hand-built original

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Easy spaghetti carbonara

Spaghetti is tossed off the heat with crisped pancetta and a Parmesan and egg mixture that turns silky with a splash of pasta water.

ItalianMain course1 hrServes 2110 kcalDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: olive oil

Pairs well with: garlic bread, caprese salad, tiramisu, minestrone

HB-6935 · Hand-built original

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Easy Sweet and Sour Chicken

Thinly sliced chicken breasts velveted with baking soda and cornstarch, seared and stir-fried with onion and bell peppers in a chicken broth, soy, ketchup, brown sugar and vinegar sauce thickened with a slurry.

ChineseMain course30 minServes 4433 kcalDairy-freeEgg-free

Main ingredient: chicken

Pairs well with: roasted potatoes, rice pilaf, green beans, caesar salad, garlic bread

HB-9396 · Hand-built original

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Easy Thai Red Lentil Soup

Easy Thai Red Lentil Soup is a Thai-ish main built around rice. Ready in 35 min.

Thai-ishMain35 minServes 5482 kcalEgg-freeDiabeticHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: rice

HB-2908 · Hand-built original

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Easy Thanksgiving Menu

The recipes are straightforward and take into consideration oven and stove space, and how easy things are to reheat. The prep work is minimal and they all taste amazing! Proof that you don't need to spend hours and hours in the kitchen to serve a wonderful made-from-scratch Thanksgiving Dinner! Full directions provided in the recipe for each dish which is linked below.

2 hrServes 8360 kcalEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: turkey

HB-2909 · Hand-built original

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Easy to Make Tostadas

Crisp-fried corn tortillas carry a warm layer of refried beans, taco-seasoned beef and melted cheddar. The flat, crunchy base makes every bite a mix of creamy beans and browned meat.

MexicanDinner, Main Course30 minServes 12205 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: beef

Pairs well with: mashed potatoes, roasted carrots, red wine sauce, yorkshire pudding, green beans

HB-18132 · Hand-built original

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Easy tortilla pizza with Parma ham

What a brilliant idea – baking tortillas to use as pizza bases. A quick and easy supper on the table in less than half an hour. Result. Each serving provides 440 kcal, 28g protein, 41g carbohydrates (of which 9g sugars), 19.5g fat (of which 7g saturates), 8g fibre and 3.4g salt.

ItalianMain course1 hrServes 2440 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: ham

Pairs well with: garlic bread, caprese salad, tiramisu, minestrone

HB-2910 · Hand-built original

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Easy vegetable curry

An easy veggie curry that makes a cheap and healthy meal. It uses basic store cupboard ingredients so is very quick and easy to cook. It's simple to make vegan too, just swap the yoghurt for a dairy-free alternative. Each serving provides 335 kcal, 9g protein, 41g carbohydrate (of which 14.5g sugars), 12.5g fat (of which 1.5g saturates), 10g fibre and 0.5g salt.

IndianMain course1 hrServes 3335 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeLow-SodiumHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: chicken

Pairs well with: roasted potatoes, rice pilaf, green beans, caesar salad, garlic bread

HB-2912 · Hand-built original

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Easy Vegetable Stir-Fry

A fast wok stir-fry of spring onions, carrot, pepper, baby corn, courgette and sugar-snap peas glazed with hoisin and soy sauce.

ChineseMain course1 hrServes 4110 kcalVegetarianVeganDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: sunflower oil

Pairs well with: fried rice, spring rolls, bok choy, hot and sour soup

HB-13687 · Hand-built original

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Easy Vegetarian Enchiladas

Bell peppers, onion and black beans are spiced with cumin and oregano, half-mashed, rolled in tortillas with pepper Jack and baked under enchilada sauce.

Main course50 min6–8 servings365 kcalVegetarianEgg-freeLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolHigh FiberRenal

Main ingredient: extra-virgin olive oil

HB-6941 · Hand-built original

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Easy veggie chilli

Vegetarian mince and kidney beans simmer with peppers, carrot and warm spices, thickened lightly and served with pitta, sour cream and cheddar.

MexicanMain course1 hrServes 4205 kcalEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low CholesterolHigh FiberRenal

Main ingredient: rapeseed oil

Pairs well with: mexican rice, refried beans, guacamole, elote, pico de gallo

HB-6942 · Hand-built original

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Easy Veggie Korma With Naan

A mild vegetable curry of broccoli, green beans, carrot and baby corn in a spiced yoghurt sauce, served with rice and quick homemade yoghurt naan.

IndianMain course1 hrServes 4582 kcalVegetarianEgg-freeLow Fat / Low CholesterolHigh FiberRenal

Main ingredient: rice

Pairs well with: basmati rice, naan, raita, mango chutney, dal

HB-13688 · Hand-built original

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Edamame and pea spread with five-spice tofu topper

This super simple mixture comes together effortlessly. It is packed with umami flavours and is a great source of protein from the seeds and tofu. Edamame is one of the highest protein legumes with bags of gut-health supporting fibre. Each serving provides 626 kcal, 28.9g protein, 45.9g carbohydrate (of which 8.3g sugars), 39.1g fat (of which 5.4g saturates), 13.3g fibre and 1.53g salt.

Main course1 hrServes 4626 kcalVegetarianVeganDairy-freeEgg-freeHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: tofu

Pairs well with: steamed rice, stir-fried vegetables, miso soup, edamame, pickled cucumber

HB-2913 · Hand-built original

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Egg and Tofu Stew

A bubbling stew of tofu and eggs simmered in a soy-based seasoning broth with onion and green onion. The eggs are added at the end and cooked just until their whites set.

KoreanMain courseDairy-free

Main ingredient: tofu

Pairs well with: steamed rice, kimchi, seaweed soup, pickled radish

HB-15879 · Hand-built original

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