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Mutton, Celeriac and Sweet Potato Pie
Dinner, Main Course, Gluten Free Jade Leighton Dinner, Main Course, Gluten Free Jade Leighton

Mutton, Celeriac and Sweet Potato Pie

This dish is my own take on a classic Shepherd’s Pie, using some slightly more interesting vegetables for the mash and mutton instead of lamb for the mince. Mutton is a fantastic source of protein and essential micronutrients, it tastes just as good as lamb - just slightly less sweet - and in my opinion, it is a more ethical and sustainable meat to choose over lamb. The recipe is gluten-free, and I made mine cow’s-milk-dairy-free, but it can readily be made without any dairy.

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Middle Eastern (Inspired) Lamb Mince and Liver Hotpot
Dinner, Lunch, Main Course Jade Leighton Dinner, Lunch, Main Course Jade Leighton

Middle Eastern (Inspired) Lamb Mince and Liver Hotpot

I may have a bit of an obsession with getting liver into my meals in totally delicious ways. But there are worse obsessions to have. This dish, is slightly random - sometimes the best things are! I got creative with some Middle Eastern-inspired ingredients and a number of spices and ended up with this hotpot that would be perfect for a big batch cook, a family supper or a dinner party.

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Veggie-packed Egg Fritatta Muffins
Breakfast, Vegetarian Jade Leighton Breakfast, Vegetarian Jade Leighton

Veggie-packed Egg Fritatta Muffins

Nothing compares to a protein-rich, nutrient dense breakfast of eggs and veg. But sometimes that can feel more challenging to do if you’re time-poor or have to eat breakfast on the move or at work. These egg frittata muffins are the answer. They are the perfect batch-cook recipe for a quick weekday breakfast. They are also absolutely fantastic for kids’ lunch boxes and, like a frittata, you can fill them with just about anything.

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Easy Leek and Celeriac Soup
Starters, Main Course, Lunch, Vegetarian, Soup Jade Leighton Starters, Main Course, Lunch, Vegetarian, Soup Jade Leighton

Easy Leek and Celeriac Soup

This celeriac and leek soup is the perfect warming winter dish for your weekday lunches. It is extremely easy to make with a handful of ingredients and tastes light and fresh yet creamy. Prepare a batch and enjoy it throughout the week. Celeriac is perhaps one of the most underrated vegetables and it needs to be celebrated more. The season in the UK runs from September to April. It’s the perfect soup to make after a trip to a farmer’s market at the weekend, using fresh, organic produce, and a few ingredients goes a long way.

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Easy Lentil Chilli
Vegetarian, Main Course, Dinner, Vegan, Dairy Free Jade Leighton Vegetarian, Main Course, Dinner, Vegan, Dairy Free Jade Leighton

Easy Lentil Chilli

Looking for budget friendly, easy meal prep inspiration? Look no further. Here’s my easy lentil chilli recipe made with store cupboard staples. It’s a vegan recipe great for anyone trying to cut back on meat, dairy and any inflammatory foods. I’ve included a selection of veg that I had in the fridge, but you can mix up the ingredients depending on what you have available.

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