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Mix and match the vegies in this pasta salad that's both tasty and nutritious. Make sure to make a big batch for a cold snack the next day.

Sweet and rich with a hint of tang, apricots make the best jam. Jars of this delightful preserve make wonderful edible gifts.

Macaroni cheese is the iconic soul-warming comfort food. Made with a proper bechamel sauce and topped with a scattering of crispy breadcrumbs, this version has all the tender, crunch, and cheesiness you could want.

This authentic Italian spaghetti carbonara uses egg yolks - not cream - to achieve its iconic silky texture.

This easy pasta salad using tinned salmon makes for a quick and tasty lunch

If you're looking for a healthy salad with a difference, try this Cypriot-inspired Mediterranean grain salad packed with lentils, brown rice, quinoa, seeds, nuts and fresh herbs.