Baked kumara split open and loaded with paprika beef mince, wilted spinach and bubbling cheese. Mostly hands-off, very filling.
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Festive sides, salads and desserts made for sharing, plus a few clever ways with the leftovers.
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Crispy, cheesy kumara taco shells baked until golden — a clever grain-free swap for the real thing, with all the crunch and none of the fuss.

A cheesy, cumin-spiced cauliflower bake that makes use of the whole veg, leaves included. Simple, hearty and quietly clever.

Turn last night's mash into a crispy, cheesy toastie — no bread required. Ready in under 15 minutes.

Pop it in the slow cooker before work. Top with puff pastry when you're home. Dinner is basically done.

All the depth of French onion soup, minus the bread bowl — this creamy one-pan pasta is a weeknight winner.
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One rice cooker, frozen dumplings, and whatever greens need using — a proper cosy bowl of noodle soup in under 20 minutes.

Crispy crumbed pumpkin bites with a molten mozzarella middle and a hit of parmesan — air-fried golden, served with spicy mayo.

Crunchy greens, crispy rice and a creamy lemony dressing. A salad that actually keeps things interesting.

A sharing-size orange crème brûlée with real zest, a smooth custard set, and a crackly sugar top worth smashing a spoon through.

A fudgy chocolate brownie wreath topped with whipped cream and summer fruit - an easy, festive centrepiece with minimal fuss.

A no-bake tiramisu twist layered with coffee-dipped ladyfingers, cherry compote, and airy mascarpone cream.

Boiled, smashed, then roasted until irresistibly crispy - topped with a homemade pesto that uses up the whole asparagus bunch.

Blanched greens, avocado, yoghurt sauce and pickled onions make this crunchy salad a smart summer side with texture and tang.

The viral strawberry sandwich from Japan - just strawberries, cream and brioche. A fridge-set favourite that’s all over your feed.

A savoury tomato salad with soy, sesame, and chilli oil- ideal as a side, BBQ topper, or noodle toss-in.

Whipped feta with marinated strawberries, cucumber, and mint - a salty-sweet snack or low-effort summer starter.
1/3 of food globally is wasted and it’s estimated that up to 40% of produce grown doesn’t leave the farm gate.
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