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Caramelised cabbage

Shredded Savoy cabbage and onions cook down slowly with bacon lardons and thyme until sweet and browned, then miso, mustard, vinegar and stock season the pan and crème fraîche finishes it.

Side dishes2 hr 30 minServes 4129 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: chicken

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

HB-6328 · Hand-built original

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Caramelised shallot and feta-labneh dip

Sweet, deeply browned shallots folded through tangy labneh and salty feta, topped with herbs, chilli flakes and chilli oil.

Middle EasternAppetizer0 minGluten-freeEgg-free

Main ingredient: shallots

HB-13006 · Hand-built original

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Caramelized Onion Dip

Onions and shallots slowly caramelised with white wine until deep golden, seasoned with balsamic, thyme and garlic, then folded into cream cheese and sour cream with parsley and chives.

AmericanAppetizer1 hrServes 10225 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: onions

Pairs well with: potato chips, crudités, crackers, sourdough

HB-18819 · Hand-built original

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Caramelized Sweet Potatoes

Bite-size sweet potato cubes tossed in olive oil with cumin, smoked paprika and garlic powder, then roasted at high heat until fluffy inside and caramelised at the edges. A shower of fresh parsley finishes the pan.

AmericanSideServes 4150 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: sweet potato

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

HB-12281 · Hand-built original

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Carbonara hash sticks

Carbonara hash sticks is a Italian dish prepared from its core ingredients in a straightforward, home-style way. Serve it fresh and hot where appropriate.

ItalianLight meals & snacks13 hrMakes 637 kcalDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: bacon

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

HB-3359 · Hand-built original

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Carciofi alla romana (Roman-style artichokes)

Carciofi alla romana (Roman-style artichokes) are a typical side dish from Lazio: mammole artichokes stuffed with chopped, aromatic herbs.

Side Dishes50 minServes 47 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: artichokes

HB-0409 · Hand-built original

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Carne Asada Nachos

A loaded sheet pan of crisp tortilla chips under melted cheddar and chopped carne asada, finished with tomato, jalapeño, avocado, guacamole and sour cream.

MexicanAppetizer, Dinner, lunch10 minServes 61446 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: asada

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

HB-13016 · Hand-built original

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Carne Guisada

Carne Guisada is a Puerto Rican beef stew of seared beef cubes simmered low and slow in beef broth with sofrito, sazón, adobo, tomato paste, carrots, potatoes, and olives until fork tender. It is served over rice.

Puerto RicanSoup2 hr6 servings761 kcalDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: beef

Pairs well with: rice, beans, tortillas

HB-4216 · Hand-built original

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Carpaccio of sea bream with pickled strawberries

Paper-thin raw sea bream dressed with strawberries pickled in moscatel vinegar and pink peppercorns, with tarragon, chilli and watercress.

Starters & nibbles2 hr 10 minServes 2130 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: sugar

HB-13019 · Hand-built original

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Carrot and coriander fritters

Crisp-edged fritters of grated carrot, spring onion and fresh coriander held together with egg, Parmesan and a little cream.

Light meals & snacks40 minServes 2–372 kcalVegetarianDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: washed

HB-13021 · Hand-built original

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Carrot and parsnip soup

A simple blended soup of sweet carrots and parsnips with a gentle chilli warmth, brightened at the end with a touch of apple cider vinegar.

BritishLight meals & snacks1 hr 30 minServes 4122 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolHigh FiberRenal

Main ingredient: olive oil

HB-13022 · Hand-built original

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Carrot and swede mash

Carrots and swede mashed together with butter and crème fraîche into a colourful, peppery side.

BritishSide dishes40 minServes 4–6 as a side dish99 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: carrots

HB-17306 · Hand-built original

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Carrot cake energy bars

No-bake oat, seed and grated carrot bars sweetened with banana and honey, topped with a spiced cream cheese layer and cut once firm.

BritishLight meals & snacks30 minMakes 12204 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: cubes

HB-13025 · Hand-built original

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Carrot Dip

A blended dip of roasted carrots and chickpeas with toasted almonds, garlic, lemon juice and hot smoked paprika, loosened with olive oil and finished with chopped parsley.

AmericanAppetizerMakes about 3 cups218 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: carrot

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

HB-6339 · Hand-built original

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Carrot Ribbon Salad

Carrots peeled into ribbons and tossed in a sesame, rice vinegar, soy and honey dressing with lime, herbs and sesame seeds.

AmericanSalad10 minServes 2283 kcalVegetarianDairy-freeEgg-freeLow Fat / Low CholesterolHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: carrot

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

HB-12282 · Hand-built original

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Carrot, lentil and almond soup with wholemeal croûtons

A hearty blended soup of carrots, red lentils and almond butter, served with paprika croûtons and crunchy toasted almonds.

Light meals & snacks1 hrServes 4370 kcalVegetarianEgg-freeLow-SodiumHigh FiberRenal

Main ingredient: lentil

HB-13030 · Hand-built original

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Cashew nutters

Little piped cheese biscuits made with Parmesan, semolina and mustard, each pressed with a cashew nut in the centre.

BritishLight meals & snacks1 hrMakes 2456 kcalVegetarianEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: temperature

HB-13033 · Hand-built original

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Cassava bread

SideVegetarianVeganDairy-freeEgg-free

Main ingredient: farine

HB-0425 · Hand-built original

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Cassava Pone (Guyanese Cassava Cake/Pudding)

A dense and chewy Caribbean baked dessert made from freshly grated cassava, coconut, brown sugar, and a blend of warm spices like nutmeg and cinnamon. It is traditionally served as an afternoon snack or dessert. It has a crispy exterior and a sticky, pudding-like interior.

Guyaneseside-dishes1 hr 45 minServes 10403 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeRenal

Main ingredient: yuca

HB-0428 · Hand-built original

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Cauliflower cheese soup

A silky blended soup of cauliflower and potato with cheddar, mustard and Worcestershire sauce, served under sourdough croûtons baked with garlic granules and more cheddar, plus snipped chives.

BritishLight meals & snacks1 hr 30 minServes 4166 kcalVegetarianEgg-freeDiabeticRenal

Main ingredient: cauliflower

HB-6347 · Hand-built original

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Cauliflower cheese with maple syrup and Dijon mustard

Cauliflower florets roast in olive oil and maple syrup until tender, then a crème fraîche, Gruyère and Dijon mustard mixture coats them before a Parmesan topping browns in the oven.

Side dishes1 hrServes 445 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: cauliflower

HB-6348 · Hand-built original

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Cauliflower mash

A smooth, low-carb cauliflower purée enriched with mature cheddar and double cream, seasoned with white pepper and a pinch of nutmeg.

BritishSide dishes1 hrServes 468 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: cauliflower

HB-13037 · Hand-built original

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Cauliflower Salad

Roasted cauliflower cooled and tossed with celery, parsley and toasted hazelnuts in a cinnamon, allspice, sherry vinegar and maple syrup dressing, scattered with pomegranate seeds.

Middle EasternSalad40 minServes 5113 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: cauliflower

Pairs well with: soup, crusty bread, grilled chicken

HB-8802 · Hand-built original

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Cauliflower Salad with Dates and Pistachios

Roasted cauliflower and charred scallion segments are tossed warm with chopped dates, pistachios and scallion greens in a sharp lemon and olive oil vinaigrette.

AmericanSalad0 min2 to 4493 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: cauliflower

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

HB-6349 · Hand-built original

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Cauliflower Soup

A creamy blended cauliflower soup made in one pot with bacon fat and vegetable broth, served with sharp white cheddar, crisp bacon and chives.

AmericanDinner, Main Course, Soup30 minServes 4210 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: cauliflower

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

HB-13041 · Hand-built original

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Cauliflower Soup

Cauliflower, potato, onion, and quinoa simmered and blended with cashews and milk into a smooth soup. Parsley powder and black sesame powder finish the bowl.

KoreanSoupServes 2158 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: cauliflower

Pairs well with: crusty bread, green salad, roasted vegetables, grilled chicken

HB-16958 · Hand-built original

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Cava-Style Pita Chips

Pita triangles fried until crisp at the edges and still a little soft in the center, tossed in a lemon pepper and Italian seasoning spice mix.

AmericanAppetizer30 min5 to 68 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: spices

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

HB-9753 · Hand-built original

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Celebratory Pork and Prawn Dumplings

Open-topped pork and prawn wontons with wood ear and shiitake mushrooms, steamed in bamboo and finished with chilli oil and spring onion curls.

ChineseLight meals & snacks1 hr 30 minMakes 20–2413 kcalDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: pork

Pairs well with: applesauce, roasted sweet potatoes, coleslaw, cornbread, braised cabbage

HB-17213 · Hand-built original

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Celeriac mash

Floury potatoes and celeriac boiled together and mashed silk-smooth with butter and double cream — light, fluffy and gently earthy.

Side dishes1 hrServes 4200 kcalVegetarianEgg-freeDiabeticRenal

Main ingredient: chunks

HB-13045 · Hand-built original

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Celeriac Soup

A near-white blended soup of celeriac and potato built on slowly softened onion, leek and celery, enriched with cream and served with croutons, chives and olive oil.

WesternSoup1 hrServes 5607 kcalVegetarianEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: potato

Pairs well with: sour cream, green beans, coleslaw, grilled steak, roast chicken

HB-6352 · Hand-built original

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Celery Salad

Sliced celery with dill, parsley and caraway seeds in a sweet white wine vinegar dressing.

WesternSide Dish10 minServes 3144 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: celery

Pairs well with: roast chicken, smoked fish, cheese board

HB-4890 · Hand-built original

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Ceviche

Shrimp cured in lime juice with cucumber, tomato, onion and jalapeño, served on tostadas.

MexicanAppetizer2 hr 15 minServes 8310 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticHigh FiberRenal

Main ingredient: shrimp

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

HB-4322 · Hand-built original

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Ceviche Tropical

Fresh ceviche with gently cooked fish, mango, lime, and cilantro.

ParaguayanAppetizer1 hr 40 minServes 4124 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: shrimp

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

HB-0437 · Hand-built original

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Chakrey

Chakrey

CongoleseSoups & Stews27 min4 servings857 kcalVegetarianEgg-freeHigh FiberRenal

Main ingredient: couscous

HB-0442 · Hand-built original

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Chalupas

Chalupas—a tortilla or masa fried in oil—can have a variety of fillings, but this recipe fills them with ground beef, beans, onions, cotija, and salsa verde.

Mexicanweeknight meals, appetizers, comfort food, dinner1 hr 10 min6 serving(s)1967 kcalEgg-freeHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: beef

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

HB-0444 · Hand-built original

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