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Lemon Potato Salad

Baby potatoes boiled until just tender, marinated warm in a lemon, olive oil and Dijon dressing, then tossed with green onions and parsley; no mayonnaise anywhere.

Salad20 minServes 5168 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: potato

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

HB-7477 · Hand-built original

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Lemon, Garlic, Parmesan Asparagus

A bunch of asparagus is cooked with butter, olive oil and finely grated garlic, then finished with lemon and a shower of parmesan. The spears stay bright and just tender under their savoury cheese coating.

AmericanSideVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-free

Main ingredient: asparagus

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

HB-14353 · Hand-built original

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Lemon-Pepper Artichoke Wings

Halved artichoke hearts dipped in a beer batter, rolled in buttered lemon-pepper panko and air-fried until crisp, served with celery, lemon wedges and blue cheese dressing.

Appetizer50 minMakes 1693 kcalVegetarianEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: panko

HB-7485 · Hand-built original

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Lemony White Bean Soup

An Italian-leaning soup of overnight-soaked white beans simmered in vegetable broth with a lemon, onion, celery and garlic base, finished with butter and lemon juice.

Soup4 hr4 servings20 kcalVegetarianEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: medium onion

HB-7492 · Hand-built original

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Lentil and bacon soup

A quick red lentil soup with smoked bacon, red pepper and sweet potato simmered in stock with thyme and bay, ready to blend smooth or leave chunky.

Light meals & snacks1 hrServes 628 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: chicken

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

HB-7493 · Hand-built original

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Lentil and goats' cheese salad

Warm green lentils dressed with lemon, olive oil and garlic while still hot, scattered with torn basil and crumbled goats' cheese.

Light meals & snacks1 hrServes 2163 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticRenal

Main ingredient: lentil

HB-17849 · Hand-built original

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Lentil Ragout

A French side of Puy lentils simmered in vegetable stock with carrot, onion, garlic, tomato paste, bay and thyme, finished with parsley.

FrenchSalad, Side35 minServes 4406 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolHigh FiberRenal

Main ingredient: lentil

Pairs well with: baguette, green salad, ratatouille, pommes frites

HB-7497 · Hand-built original

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Lentil Salad With Beetroot and Goats' Cheese

Warm mustard-dressed green lentils over salad leaves with earthy beetroot and slices of soft goats' cheese — a single-portion lunch salad.

Light meals & snacks40 minServes 1171 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolHigh FiberRenal

Main ingredient: lentil

HB-17222 · Hand-built original

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Lentil Soup

This warming bowl brings together aromatic spices and wholesome, everyday ingredients to make a nourishing meal that suits both a relaxed lunch and a sociable evening with friends. Rich with the fragrant notes of cumin and paprika, it carries the flavours of the Middle East straight to your table.

BahrainiSoups1–2 servings1062 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeLow-SodiumHigh FiberRenal

Main ingredient: lentil

HB-1361 · Hand-built original

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Lentil Soup

A smooth blended red lentil soup with carrots, turmeric and cumin, served with lemon, red pepper flakes and crispy bread.

AmericanSoup1 hr 30 min8 servings183 kcalDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low CholesterolHigh FiberRenal

Main ingredient: lentils

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

HB-9940 · Hand-built original

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Lentil Soup With Greens and Rice

A spinach, rice and French green lentil soup in the style of an Afghan spinach stew, with browned onions, coriander and cumin, lemon and a salted yogurt topping.

Soup1 hr4 servings271 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeLow Fat / Low CholesterolHigh FiberRenal

Main ingredient: rice

HB-7498 · Hand-built original

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Lentil Vegetable Soup

A rustic vegetable soup of lentils simmered with onion, carrot, celery, potato, cabbage and tomato in olive oil.

KoreanSoupServes 2245 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolHigh FiberRenal

Main ingredient: lentils

Pairs well with: bread, steamed rice, salad, grilled vegetables

HB-16215 · Hand-built original

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Lettuce Salad Wraps

Crisp iceberg leaves rolled around stir-fried beef brisket, mushrooms, boiled egg, and cherry tomatoes with a sriracha honey mayonnaise. The wraps are fresh and crunchy with a warm, savory center.

KoreanSaladServes 1801 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: lettuce

Pairs well with: kimchi, seaweed soup, steamed rice

HB-16685 · Hand-built original

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Lettuce soup

Lettuce soup is a fantastic way to use up lettuce – or any other salad leaves – that might otherwise be wasted. Lovely served hot and equally good chilled for a light summery meal.

Starters & nibbles1 hrServes 4262 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: chicken

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

HB-3048 · Hand-built original

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Lettuce Soup

A quick blended soup of lettuce leaves and potato with onion, garlic and coriander, finished with butter and served with olive oil and tender herbs.

Soup35 min4 servings54 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: potato

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

HB-7499 · Hand-built original

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Lettuce Wraps with Miso Pork

A tableful of fillings is set out for building lettuce wraps: miso-glazed pork mince, sesame vermicelli, cooked rice, fried eggs, vegetables, herbs, pickles and condiments. Diners load their own lettuce leaves, mixing textures and flavours as they go.

JapaneseMain course1 hr 30 minServes 6681 kcal

Main ingredient: pork

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

HB-14367 · Hand-built original

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Lightly Sweet and Salty Butter Popcorn

Stovetop popcorn tossed with clarified butter, finely ground salt and a dusting of icing sugar.

WesternSnacks20 minServes 1365 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: popcorn

HB-3622 · Hand-built original

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Lion House Rolls

Soft, buttery yeast rolls shaped from butter-brushed rectangles of dough, proofed until fluffy and baked golden, then brushed with more butter.

AmericanBread, Side Dish2 hr 35 minServes 12243 kcalVegetarianDiabetic

Main ingredient: egg

Pairs well with: toast, hash browns, fruit salad, bacon, avocado

HB-7504 · Hand-built original

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Lithuanian Rice Salad with Crab Sticks (Imitation Crab Salad)

A light and creamy Lithuanian-style rice salad made with imitation crab sticks, sweetcorn, peas, and crisp vegetables. Perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or a nostalgic retro dish.

LithuanianSalad, Side Dish35 minServes 6361 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: crab

HB-1375 · Hand-built original

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Little hearts with goat cheese and chives

Crisp fried heart-shaped pasta parcels filled with goat cheese and chives, coated in beaten egg and breadcrumbs.

ItalianAppetizers1 hr 3 minServes 4

Main ingredient: fine salt to taste

HB-18250 · Hand-built original

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Loaded corn on the cob

Roasted or barbecued corn cobs are brushed with mayonnaise and rolled in a crumbled cheese mixture with coriander, spring onion, chilli and lime zest.

MexicanLight meals & snacks1 hr 30 minServes 4148 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticRenal

Main ingredient: halved

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

HB-17940 · Hand-built original

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Loaded crisp canapés

Thick-cut crisps topped with lemon ricotta, crisp prosciutto, pickled onions, chilli oil and hot honey.

Light meals & snacks40 minServes 6133 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: ricotta

HB-3626 · Hand-built original

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Loaded Greek Salad

A chopped Greek-style salad with cucumber, tomatoes, olives, artichoke hearts, garbanzo beans and avocado in an oregano vinaigrette, topped with feta.

AmericanSalad10 minServes 4363 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: cucumber

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

HB-11774 · Hand-built original

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Loaded Hummus

Three bowls of hummus get three different treatments: one is blended with beetroot and topped with feta and toasted pumpkin seeds, one is crowned with bacon lardons, chestnuts, sage and thyme, and one is blended with sun-dried tomatoes and finished with almonds and chilli oil.

Turkish and Middle EasternStarters & nibbles40 minServes each dip serves 4–6434 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: bacon

HB-14376 · Hand-built original

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Loaded Texas Trash Dip

Refried beans are mixed with softened cream cheese, sour cream and taco seasoning, spread in a baking dish and covered with Mexican cheese blend. Baked until the cheese melts, the dip is finished with cilantro, cherry tomatoes and avocado.

American, MexicanAppetizer30 minServes 8424 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: cheese

HB-14377 · Hand-built original

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Lobster & Celeriac Remoulade

Cooked lobster meat folded through celeriac matchsticks in a mayonnaise, mustard and lemon dressing with dill, the claw and tail meat arranged on top.

FrenchStartersDairy-freeEgg-freeLow-Sodium

Main ingredient: lobster

HB-4459 · Hand-built original

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Lobster Bisque

Lobster tails poached and the shells simmered into a stock, blended into a tomato and wine bisque finished with cream and the chopped lobster meat.

FrenchSoupEgg-free

Main ingredient: lobster

HB-4460 · Hand-built original

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