Ingredients

As well as having lots of health benefits, coriander seeds are delicious. These little flavour-bombs brighten up curries, salads and even pasta (Italians, please don't come for us). Discover some of our coriander seeds recipes that make this storecupboard ingredient shine.

Icing sugar is the key to dreamy frostings, glazes, and dusted desserts. Use it to make silky buttercream, glossy royal icing, or a sweet drizzle for cakes. Dust it over brownies, pancakes, or cookies for an elegant touch. It’s a baking essential that guarantees perfect, professional-looking treats.

Slow-cooked lamb shoulder with Parmesan butter beans? That's just one of the many delicious lamb recipes we've got in this collection. These are the best lamb recipes we've ever made and will help you figure out what cooking method is best for lamb. Generally, cooking lamb shoulder or a big joint of lamb low and slow is the best way to coax the most flavour out of it. Our lamb tagine recipe is proof of just that. But we've also included some great lamb mince recipes like homemade kofta and lahmacun that are shining examples of how delicious versatile lamb can be.

From fluffy ricotta pancakes to homemade spinach and ricotta cannelloni, these are the best ricotta recipes around. Want to learn how to use ricotta cheese? Cook up a couple of these delicious ricotta cheese recipes and you'll be an expert on the stuff in next to no time. Spinach and ricotta is a classic flavour combination and you can find it putting in a shift in spinach ricotta pasta as well as baked spinach and ricotta tortelloni and crispy spinach and ricotta parcels. Ricotta is the perfect cheese for adding a nice creaminess to a wide range of dishes. Try it out today.

Got a load of bell peppers kicking about and want to know what to make with them? We've got plenty of red pepper recipes and green pepper recipes that will fit that brief. From simple stuffed pepper recipes to roasted peppers with spinach yoghurt, these simple pepper recipes are just what the doctor ordered. So if you've been wondering to yourself: "What can I do with lots of peppers?" The answer is simple: make these easy bell pepper recipes. Cooking with peppers has never been easier with this selection of foolproof dishes.

Love 'em or loathe 'em, there's no denying that anchovies can make or break a dish. If you're on the hunt for some of that umami flavour, look no further.

Radishes bring crisp, peppery brightness to your dishes. Slice them thin for zesty salads, roast them for a sweet, mellow flavour, or pickle them for a tangy taco topping. Their bold crunch elevates sandwiches, slaws, and charcuterie boards. Pair them with butter and sea salt for a simple yet elegant snack. Whether raw, roasted, or pickled, radishes add a vibrant splash of flavour and texture, making them an underrated star in both everyday and gourmet cooking.

Chipotle paste is smoky, spicy, and just a bit addictive. Stir it into soups, marinades, or stews for a bit of instant depth and heat. It’s the secret weapon for next-level tacos or smoky mayo that slaps. Pair it with honey for a sweet-spicy glaze, or mix it into veggie dishes to bring the fire. A little goes a long way, so start small and build it up. No chipotle paste? Smoked paprika and chilli flakes are your emergency stand-ins. Check out these recipes for a bit of inspiration.

Ciabatta is the perfect base for next-level dishes. Make epic paninis with melty cheese, slice for bruschetta with fresh toppings, or tear it up for homemade croutons. Got leftovers? Turn it into garlic bread or a rustic panzanella salad.

Green beans are a versatile vegetable that can be used in everything from salads to stir-fries. We've got loads of different ways to showcase this crisp, fresh ingredient, whether you like them steamed and tossed in butter or roasted with garlic and herbs. You’ll also find ideas for green bean casseroles, tangy pickled green beans, and hearty sides that make the most of this vibrant vegetable.

Sumac might be slightly harder to source than some other spices, but when you do it's really worth it. It's native to Iran, but can also be found in Turkish, Moroccan and other Middle Eastern cuisines. It's a complex flavour – tart, sour, and tangy, with hints of citrus, earthiness, and fruit. Celebrate this ingredient with our sumac recipes.

Whether you're team crunchy or team smooth, these peanut butter recipes aren't to be missed. From umami-packed noodles to irresistible desserts, there's something for all peanut butter lovers. We're here to show that peanut butter belongs in every meal – not just on your toast.

We're obsessed with sriracha. What is sriracha made of? The primary ingredients in sriracha sauce typically include chilli peppers, distilled vinegar, garlic, sugar, and salt – all those ingredients are then blended into a smooth, spicy, and tangy sauce. We've created this collection of sriracha recipes to help you answer the age old question of: "what can I do with sriracha?". There's a few delicious sriracha tofu recipes and plenty of more tasty recipes with sriracha for you to explore with your stomach.

Hungry for chicken thigh recipes that'll change your life? Thought so. From crispy chicken thighs to slow cooker chicken thigh ragù, we've got plenty of tender and flavourful dishes for you to explore. These chicken thigh recipes are the absolute business. The best you’re ever going to eat. Skinless chicken thigh recipes? Bone-in chicken thigh recipes? You can find all of that (and so much more) in this stacked collection. There’s a reason that people (and by “people” we mean us) call the chicken thigh the Rolls Royce of the chicken world. Get ready to find out why chicken thighs are the choicest cut of all.

We love rice. And we love jasmine rice. Often used in Asian cooking, its distinctive fragrance and slight nuttiness makes it perfect to soak up the sauce of your choosing. Our jasmine rice recipes include a coconut caramel chicken rice bowl, spicy and sour and fish curry and Thai soy braised pork belly. Hungry?

Passata is the ultimate kitchen staple for creating rich, smooth tomato-based dishes. It’s the backbone of everything from quick pasta sauces to hearty casseroles and comforting soups. Use it as a pizza base, simmer it with spices for curries, or mix it into chilli for extra depth.

Pitta bread is a soft, round flatbread that’s perfect for stuffing with delicious fillings or serving alongside dips. You can keep them plain, sprinkle them with herbs, or even make wholemeal versions for a healthier twist. They’re great for sandwiches, wraps, or dipping into hummus and other spreads.

From three-ingredient yoghurt flatbreads to the fluffiest homemade flatbreads you'll ever make, these simple flatbread recipes are a great alternative to boring store-bought versions. We've got everything from paratha recipes to a banging aish baladi Egyptian flatbread recipe in this collection. What do you eat flatbread with? Anything you like.

Hot sauce is a pantry essential. It can transform an otherwise bland and tasteless dinner into something brimming with flavour, tang and – you guessed it – heat. Add it to noodles, curries, rice, and even pasta; it's the perfect ingredient if you want to add a little extra spice to your dish. Just be careful it doesn't blow your head off!

Creamy, healthy and versatile, cashew nuts are a great addition to loads of recipes. With health benefits aplenty and the flavour to match, check out our collection of Cashew nut recipes to stand out in the kitchen.

What is gochujang? Glad you asked! Gochujang is a sweet and spicy chilli paste that has just the right amount of funk. We've paired it with everything from rigatoni to rice bowls in this collection of our best gochujang recipes. The cream of the crop of gochujang recipes on the internet. More traditional recipes made using gochujang include the likes of bulgogi and bibimbap. These recipes with gochujang are great examples of how to use gochujang and how to get a delicious and nutritious dinner on the table. You'll be addicted to the stuff in no time.

From homemade sausage rolls to chicken pie, all of these best puff pastry recipes are ideal for using up a roll of puff pastry. Baking has never been this easy. You'll know how to use puff pastry like a pro after working your way through these recipes. We've got savoury puff pastry recipes and sweet puff pastry recipes that are suitable for just about any occasion.

Sun-dried tomatoes pack an intense burst of sweet, tangy flavour that can elevate even the simplest dishes, which is why we have a brilliant collection of sun-dried tomato recipes for you. Whether you’re stirring them into risottos, folding them into bread dough, or pairing them with creamy cheeses, sun-dried tomatoes add a punch of Mediterranean flair to your cooking. This pantry staple brings bold, vibrant flavour to your meals, all year round.

Cavolo nero rigatoni? Cavolo nero and wild mushroom risotto? This assortment of our best cavolo nero recipes has got it all.

Sage is an underrated herb. It's earthy, savoury and – quite frankly – delicious. And these recipes are here to prove that. We've got Celeriac Soup with Crispy Sage & Hazelnuts, Seedy Pork Schnitzel with Sage Fried Eggs an Squash & Sage Beans with Whipped Ricotta just to name a few. Get cooking.

Rigatoni has been having a bit of a moment recently. And with good reason. This is one of our favourite pasta shapes - just try the Sausage Gochugang Rigatoni and tell us what you think. It's one of the best rigatoni recipes in the universe. And we're not just saying that because we invented it.

Want to know how to cook red cabbage? All of these delicious recipes include a heap of red cabbage. Get ready to eat well.

Want to make the perfect burger? With our collection of the best burger recipes, you'll be making burgers better than Five Guys in no time. From the pinnacle of cheesy goodness in the form of our ultimate cheeseburger recipe to the succulent delight of the juiciest pulled pork burger and the unparalleled taste of the best halloumi burgers, we've got it all.

Chestnut mushrooms are some of our favourite fungi — meaty, nutty, and packed with umami. Fry them up with garlic and thyme for a killer toast topping, or toss them into pastas and stews for a bit of depth. Want some veggie-friendly "meat"? Slice them thick and char them in a hot pan — they’re brilliant in burgers or fajitas. Plus, we have all of the chestnut mushroom recipes you could ever need. Simple.

Gnocchi: it's one of those ingredients that'll change your life. Once you realise how quick and easy gnocchi is to make, you'll be having it every week. Now, you can learn how to make homemade gnocchi or you can simply have a go at some of the easy gnocchi recipes we've made using store-bought gnocchi. From simple chorizo gnocchi to creamy sausage and squash gnocchi, these are some incredibly easy gnocchi recipes. Plus, they're great to whip up when you're on a strict budget.

White cabbage is the ultimate all-rounder. Shred it for crunchy slaws, braise it with vinegar for a tangy side, or stir-fry with soy and ginger. It’s also perfect for stuffed cabbage rolls or hearty soups.

Whether you're cooking up an orzotto or throwing it into a fresh salad, orzo is a wonderful ingredient. These are the best orzo recipes we've got: expect some killer orzo pasta recipes as well as plenty of vegetarian orzo recipes and even a few cheeky orzo salad recipes to boot. They're all great examples of how to cook orzo and how to coax the most possible flavour out of this versatile pasta shape.

Pumpkin seeds have it all; they're a rich source of protein, vitamins and minerals as well as being delicious (especially when toasted). Our pumpkin seed recipes use them in all their forms. We've added them as a garnish, blitzed them into sauces and tossed them into salads – just to name a few!

You can't beat a well-cooked salmon fillet. From spice-crusted salmon to salmon salad, these are our favourite light and refreshing salmon recipes. We've got smoked salmon recipes, salmon fillet recipes, and even a few salmon pasta recipes and cooked salmon recipes here for you to enjoy. Packed with nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids, which are excellent for heart health and can reduce inflammation, salmon is also a great source of high-quality protein. What does salmon go well with? Everything from brown rice to udon noodles. There's a wide range of salmon recipes here which involve fried, baked, grilled, and even poached salmon to take all the difficulty out of choosing what to start cooking for dinner tonight. Get stuck into these healthy salmon recipes.

What is the best way to cook and eat asparagus? Have a go at some of our asparagus recipes. We've got a chargrilled asparagus carbonara that'll blow your mind. An asparagus and pea minestrone that'll knock your socks off. A pea and asparagus tortelloni recipe that you can make in about ten minutes. There's all that, and more, in this collection of the best asparagus recipes.

Want to learn what to do with pak choi? These are the quickest and easiest ways to cook with pak choi. You'll love these pak choi recipes. From noodle bowls to fiery laksa that’ll stain any white T-shirt within 100 yards bright yellow, these recipes with pak choi are loaded with Asian-inspired flavours and ingredients. Because when pak choi’s good, it can be really good. Bring out the best of its subtle vegetal taste and crunchy texture with these easy-to-follow recipes. They’ll convert even the most dedicated pak choi hater.

Walnuts can be sweet or savoury, crunchy or creamy, but they are always delicious. They are a key component of delicious dips such as Muhammara, pasta sauces like our Broccoli and Walnut Rigatoni and also work in baked goods such as our Walnut & Beetroot Brownies (yes, you read that right). They're also a great source of lots of healthy vitamins and minerals. Praise be for the walnut!

Boneless, skin-on chicken thighs combine crispy skin with tender meat. Pan-sear them for golden perfection, roast them with veggies, or braise them in flavorful sauces. They’re ideal for curries, stews, or noodle bowls, offering rich flavour and versatility while cooking quickly for satisfying meals.

Oat milk doesn't just belong in tea and coffee. One of the most versatile ingredients, it's the perfect way to make a pasta sauce creamy while keeping it plant-based, or act as a substitute in vegan baking. From overnight oats to warming soups, oat milk is a great choice for those seeking plant-based or lactose-free options, offering a neutral flavour that pairs well with both sweet and savoury dishes.

Mascarpone is great. A cheese like no other, mascarpone makes a brilliant addition to loads of dishes, from pasta sauces to tiramisu. Give it a go.

If you want a quick shortcut to flavour town, 'nduja should definitely be on your shopping list. This spicy Calabrian sausage paste is an excellent way to add a hit of meaty flavour to any recipe you're cooking. We've used it in everything from 'nduja linguine to 'nduja roast potatoes. It's excellent stuff.

Single cream can really transform a dish. Lighter than double cream, it’s perfect when you want richness without going overboard. It blends effortlessly, making it a dream for creamy curries or a silky béchamel. Vegan? Coconut cream or oat-based alternatives work just as well. Pro tip: Don’t boil it too hard, or it might split — gentle heat is the way to go for smooth results.