Lentil and Mushroom Shepherd’s Pie
A savoury lentil, mushroom and root vegetable filling bakes beneath a golden layer of creamy mashed potatoes.
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A savoury lentil, mushroom and root vegetable filling bakes beneath a golden layer of creamy mashed potatoes.
Pearl barley turns creamy in stock while keeping a gentle bite; deeply browned mushrooms, Parmesan and thyme finish the dish.
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Pre-cooked celeriac slices are breaded, fried until golden and served with a fresh herb quark dip.
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Hokkaido squash, browned minced beef and tomato cream sauce bake beneath cheese until the pumpkin is tender and the top is golden.
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Short pasta cooks with Hokkaido squash, stock and herbs in one pot; feta and spinach make the sauce creamy at the end.
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