Sunil Vijayakar

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Healthy comfort food

3 days ago | bbc.co.uk | Justine Pattison |Hala El-Shafie |Sunil Vijayakar |Deborah Reddihough

A fresh and vibrant risotto made in the traditional Italian way, with just the right balance of creaminess and zest.
Super spring vegetables

4 days ago | bbc.co.uk | Rosie Reynolds |Sunil Vijayakar |Miguel Barclay |Simon Rimmer

The sun is coming out and with it comes a harvest of tasty spring vegetables, we've got the perfect recipes to help you make the most of all spring has to offer.
Simple salads

1 week ago | bbc.co.uk | Hugo Harrison |Justine Pattison |Poppy O'Toole |Sunil Vijayakar

Salads do not have to be boring! These recipes use grains, herbs and an array of fruit and veg to create colourful salads, perfect for packed lunches.
Frozen berries

1 month ago | bbc.co.uk | Lucy Parker |Nadiya Hussain |Rupy Aujla |Sunil Vijayakar

by Emily AngleThis easy layered traybake is inspired by American coffee cakes – which contain no actual coffee, but are meant to be eaten with your morning cuppa. If you are really pushed for time, you could use a very good quality soft jam for the filling, but it will be much sweeter.
Red Nose Day snacks

1 month ago | bbc.co.uk | Annie Rigg |Sunil Vijayakar |Holly Bell |Tom Kerridge

Treats and snacks to enjoy as you watch the show.
Absolute classics

2 months ago | bbc.co.uk | Sunil Vijayakar |Galton Blackiston |Allegra McEvedy |Rachel Allen

These absolute classic recipes should be in your favourites so you can enjoy them on repeat.
Make ahead chicken dinners

2 months ago | bbc.co.uk | Sunil Vijayakar |Elaine Wilson |Justine Pattison |Annie Rigg

Make these freezable chicken meals for tonight's dinner, but don't forget to make some extra portions for your freezer so you are stocked-up for those days when you need something filling fast.
Takeaway favourites

2 months ago | bbc.co.uk | Bianca Nice |Jo Pratt |Jeremy Pang |Sunil Vijayakar

The fakeaway is the new takeaway! Whether it's a curry, kebab, stir-fry or burger, your favourite take-out can easily be made at home.
High protein snacks

2 months ago | bbc.co.uk | Rhiannon Lambert |Sunil Vijayakar |Rachel Phipps |Justine Pattison

by Helen UpshallPacked full of high-protein ingredients, these muffins are an easy and delicious way to start the day. Each serving provides 140 kcal, 7.2g protein, 15.6g carbohydrate (of which 4.4g sugars), 5.8g fat (of which 0.8g saturates), 1.4g fibre and 0.32g salt. Equipment and preparation: You will need a 12-hole muffin tin and muffin cases.
Burns Night recipes

Jan 24, 2025 | bbc.co.uk | Mary Berry |Sue Lawrence |Julie Qiaojin Lin |Sunil Vijayakar

If you’ll be celebrating with a wee dram this Burns Night, make sure your whisky’s Scotch – and top notch. You don’t have to drink it neat; try adding a nip to creamy soups, sauces and desserts.