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A velvety, golden bowlful of roasted pumpkin and potato, fragrant with rosemary and a whisper of nutmeg — this Italian-inspired vellutata is rich, warming and deeply satisfying. Silky smooth with a beautiful amber colour, it looks as good as it tastes. Perfect for a cosy autumn lunch or an elegant starter.
HealthScore 85
Deep, earthy and satisfyingly savoury, this slow-braised stew brings together tangy sauerkraut and smoky dried forest mushrooms in a rich, amber broth that fills the kitchen with the scent of allspice and bay. It looks wonderfully rustic in the bowl — dark, glossy and hearty. A brilliant cold-weather supper that keeps and reheats beautifully, and is just as good the next day.
HealthScore 87
A hearty, golden bowlful of tender swede, potato and leek simmered in a fragrant caraway-spiced broth — warming, deeply savoury and satisfying on a cold day. The vegetables melt into one another while keeping their character, making this a proper cold-weather supper worth coming home to.
HealthScore 88
Golden and fragrant from the oven, this gluten-free loaf is packed with earthy toasted walnuts and aromatic fresh sage in every slice. The crumb is tender and moist, with a satisfying nuttiness that makes it equally at home on a weekend brunch table or alongside a hearty bowl of soup.
HealthScore 81
Golden and fragrant from the oven, this gluten-free loaf is studded with jewel-bright cranberries and laced with earthy sage — a combination that is tart, savoury-sweet, and deeply satisfying. The crumb is tender and moist thanks to a whole-food plant-based method built on almond flour, teff, and oats. Serve it warm alongside a festive spread or sliced thick for a next-day toast.
HealthScore 80
Golden butternut squash melts into a silky, naturally creamy sauce laced with roasted garlic and fragrant rosemary — no cream required. Every bowlful is richly coloured, warmly spiced and deeply satisfying, with the squash doing all the work. A brilliant midweek supper that comes together in under 35 minutes.
HealthScore 78
Golden and gloriously silky, this Neapolitan-style pasta wraps every tube of ditalini in a velvety butternut squash sauce that is sweet, savoury, and deeply comforting. A scattering of optional plant-based parmesan adds a salty, umami finish. It comes together in half an hour and is exactly the kind of bowl you want on a cool weeknight.
HealthScore 78
Golden, velvety and deeply savoury, this plant-based mac and cheese wraps tender pasta in a silky butternut squash sauce laced with melted plant cheddar and a whisper of nutmeg. The squash gives the sauce its famously orange hue and a natural sweetness that balances the sharp, tangy cheese. It is hearty enough for a midweek dinner and comforting enough to bring to the table on a cold weekend.
HealthScore 75
Silky ribbons of pasta cloaked in a golden, velvety butternut squash cream, finished with a generous cloud of cashew burrata and a shower of toasted pistachio granules — this is autumn comfort at its most elegant. It comes together in under 30 minutes and looks genuinely stunning on the plate. A brilliant weeknight centrepiece that satisfies without heaviness.
HealthScore 83
Golden ribbons of handmade tagliatelle, tinted and flavoured with sweet butternut squash, toss beautifully with a light sage-butter-style sauce made from olive oil and fresh herbs. The pasta is silky, subtly sweet and satisfying in a way that feels both rustic and elegant. A stunning centrepiece for an autumn Sunday lunch.
HealthScore 72
Golden ribbons of tagliatelle tossed with sweet, silky butternut squash, fragrant rosemary and crispy smoked tofu that shatters like the best pancetta — this is autumn comfort food at its most inviting. The contrast of caramelised squash and savoury, smoky bites makes every forkful deeply satisfying. It comes together in under 30 minutes, making it an ideal weeknight supper.
HealthScore 79
Silky, flame-kissed butternut squash melds with a smoky tomato vodka sauce to coat every ridge of al dente rigatoni in deep, warming flavour. The finished bowl glows a rich amber-orange, crowned with a swirl of plant-based cream and a dusting of smoked paprika. Hearty enough for a midweek dinner yet impressive enough for a dinner-party table.
HealthScore 78
Deeply savoury and gloriously jewel-toned, this Sicilian classic layers tender fried aubergine, briny olives, sweet-sour agrodolce and fragrant basil into something far greater than the sum of its parts. It is one of those dishes that genuinely improves overnight, making it the ideal prepare-ahead centrepiece or antipasto for a summer spread.
HealthScore 83
A deeply savoury Italian soup built on golden soffritto, sweet peeled tomatoes and tender chickpeas, finished with a glug of grassy extra-virgin olive oil — hearty enough for a midweek supper yet quietly elegant. Partially blending half the chickpeas gives the broth a silky, voluptuous body without a drop of cream. Serve it over fluffy pilau rice on a cool evening for a bowlful that genuinely satisfies.
HealthScore 84
Bubbling, golden and deeply savoury, this gratin layers tender wilted spinach in a silky garlic sauce beneath a crisp, herb-flecked breadcrumb crust — comfort food at its most elegant. It is rich in iron and folate from the spinach, yet lighter than a classical gratin. Serve alongside roasted potatoes or grilled sourdough with a glass of dry Riesling.
HealthScore 80
Pillowy, golden and folded in the classic Parker House style, these rolls have a feather-soft crumb, a glistening plant-fat crust and that irresistible pull-apart tenderness. A flax binder and oat milk keep them every bit as rich and supple as the original. Lovely warm from the oven alongside a dry cider.
HealthScore 72
Golden, herb-fragrant and deeply savoury, this stuffing bakes into a dish of crisp-edged cubes and a tender, flavour-soaked centre — the kind that earns the loudest praise at the table. Mushroom and walnut mince brings meaty richness whilst fresh sage and parsley keep every mouthful bright. Serve it alongside your Sunday roast or holiday spread and pour a glass of dry Pinot Noir.
HealthScore 77
Crispy, caramelised Brussels sprouts meet smoky, umami-rich chestnut mushrooms in a golden hash that's as satisfying on a weeknight as it is on a weekend brunch table. A squeeze of lemon at the end lifts every savoury note and keeps the colours vivid. Serve it alongside a glass of dry Riesling for a pairing that sings.
HealthScore 87
Deep, glossy and intensely savoury, this plant-based gravy is built on a double hit of cremini and dried porcini mushrooms that give it a rich, meaty depth you'll want to pour over everything. It clings beautifully to mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables or a Sunday nut roast, and it's good enough to make all year round — not just for the holidays. Pour a glass of dry Pinot Noir alongside and you're set.
HealthScore 75
Tall, golden and shattering at the edges, these scones pull apart in buttery, steam-lifted layers that are hard to believe are entirely plant-based. The oat-milk "buttermilk" gives a gentle tang, whilst ice-cold vegan fat keeps every fold distinct and impossibly light. Bake a batch for a lazy weekend brunch and pair with a crisp dry cider.
HealthScore 69
Silky, caramelised mashed sweet potato baked beneath a golden, crunchy pecan crown — this is comfort food at its most generous. Every spoonful is warmly spiced, buttery-rich and deeply satisfying, and it comes together without a single animal ingredient. Gorgeous as a centrepiece side for a Sunday roast or a holiday table, and lovely alongside a glass of tawny Port.
HealthScore 76
Silky, golden and deeply savoury, this plant-based mash is built on Yukon Gold potatoes and a whole head of slowly roasted garlic, folded through with fruity olive oil and warm oat milk until luxuriously smooth. Every spoonful is rich with mellow garlic sweetness and a clean, herbaceous finish from fresh parsley. Brilliant alongside a Sunday roast or a hearty stew, and a glass of dry Pinot Noir is the ideal companion.
HealthScore 74
Tender green beans smothered in a velvety, umami-rich mushroom and oat milk sauce, crowned with a generous layer of golden crispy fried onions — this is comfort food that earns its place at any table. It is wonderfully rich without being heavy, and works beautifully as a side for a Sunday roast or a holiday spread. Pour a glass of off-dry Riesling alongside and it sings.
HealthScore 81
Billowing with sweet corn and finished with fresh chives, this silky Southern-style pudding is soft, spoonable and deeply comforting — golden on top, custardy within. It's a brilliant side dish for a Sunday spread or festive table, and pairs beautifully with a glass of sparkling apple juice.
HealthScore 75
Glossy, charred tenderstem broccoli tossed with crisp golden garlic and jewel-bright slices of fresh red chilli — this is a side dish that earns its place at the table. The stems stay tender with just enough bite, and the fruity heat of the chilli cuts beautifully through the richness of the olive oil. Ready in under fifteen minutes, it is brilliant alongside pasta or a grain bowl.
HealthScore 85
Golden, creamy and deeply savoury, this one-pan skillet piles seared tofu and king oyster mushroom strips into a smoky paprika sauce with sun-blushed tomatoes and a cloud of wilted spinach — comfort food that looks as good as it tastes. It's rich without heaviness, making it a brilliant midweek supper. Pour a glass of chilled Verdejo or serve with crusty bread to mop up every last drop.
HealthScore 87
Pillowy handmade pasta parcels filled with creamy cashew ricotta, vibrant wilted spinach, and a whisper of nutmeg — this is Italian comfort food at its most inviting. The filling stays delicately green against the golden dough, making it as beautiful to look at as it is satisfying to eat. Lovely as a weekend lunch or an elegant weeknight supper paired with a crisp Pinot Grigio.
HealthScore 73
Deep, savoury and steaming hot, this Japanese-inspired rice is threaded with tender shiitake, king oyster and shimeji mushrooms, then crowned with golden-seared chestnut mushrooms and a shower of fresh herbs. Every grain is glossed with vegan butter and perfumed with kombu dashi, mirin and sake, making it rich enough to serve as a centrepiece. It pairs beautifully with a chilled glass of dry sparkling water or a light Japanese lager.
HealthScore 87
A glossy, golden sage butter coats pillowy vegan ravioli and heaps of wilted baby spinach in this quick Italian-inspired skillet dish — the kind of weeknight dinner that looks and tastes far more indulgent than it has any right to. Starchy pasta water emulsifies with the butter into a sauce that clings to every fold, whilst crisp sage leaves add a whisper of herbal crunch. Serve straight from the pan with a generous grating of vegan Parmesan-style cheese.
HealthScore 72
Golden butternut squash and caramelised Brussels sprouts are roasted in a sticky maple and Dijon glaze alongside hearty slabs of marinated tofu — a tray bake that fills the kitchen with sweet, tangy warmth. The vegetables emerge glossy and tender-edged, with the shallots and garlic melting into the sauce. Brilliant as a weeknight supper or a relaxed Sunday centrepiece, and lovely alongside a glass of crisp dry cider.
HealthScore 86
A vibrant, glossy risotto of slow-cooked Carnaroli rice in rich tomato passata, crowned with golden frizzled red onion and torn fresh basil — deeply savoury, silky, and arrestingly red on the plate. It is as satisfying and nourishing as any classic Italian primo, made entirely from plants. Serve it as a weeknight centrepiece or a relaxed dinner-party starter with a glass of chilled Sicilian white.
HealthScore 70
Deep garnet in the bowl and alive with the sharp, fermented tang of beet kvas, this 1830-style Ukrainian borsch layers earthy red beetroots, tender cabbage, and woodsy mushrooms into something that tastes ancient and nourishing all at once. A blizzard of fresh dill and a swirl of oat cream finish it beautifully. It is the kind of soup worth making on a grey afternoon — serve it with thick slices of dark rye and, if you like, a small glass of cold kvass on the side.
HealthScore 91
A quietly extraordinary broth — amber-clear, deeply savoury and faintly of the sea — that transforms any dish it touches. Built from nothing but dried kombu and shiitake mushrooms, it delivers the kind of clean, lingering umami that makes ramen, noodle soups and simmered vegetables taste truly considered. Make a batch, freeze it in portions, and you will always have something remarkable to hand.
HealthScore 80
Deep amber and fragrant with cinnamon and cardamom, this Persian pumpkin stew layers seared squash, sweet potato and root vegetables in a sweet-sour sauce of tomato, sour golden prunes and lemon — rich enough to feel celebratory, bright enough to keep you coming back for more. It is genuinely good for you too, packed with fibre and slow-release energy from the root vegetables and split peas. Serve it piled over saffron rice on a Friday night with a glass of chilled pomegranate juice alongside.
HealthScore 88
Deep garnet and glossy, this slow-braised red cabbage is heady with red wine, warm spice and the sharp sweetness of tart apples — a classic German side dish that fills the kitchen with an irresistible, wintry fragrance. A spoonful of redcurrant jelly stirred in at the end gives it a jewel-bright finish and beautiful balance of sweet and sour. It is the perfect partner to roast celeriac or lentil dumplings, and holds up wonderfully alongside a glass of Spätburgunder.
HealthScore 88
A fiercely crimson, bubbling Korean stew that delivers deep heat, funk and umami in every spoonful — silken tofu trembles in a scarlet broth alongside fermented kimchi and meaty mushroom strips. It looks dramatic straight from the stone pot to the table, and tastes like pure comfort with a slow, gochugaru burn. Ladle it over steamed rice on a cold evening and pour a cold Korean lager or barley tea alongside.
HealthScore 86
A thick, golden Peruvian stew that glows in the bowl — sweet winter squash melting into a fragrant broth heady with aji amarillo heat and the anise-dark whisper of huacatay. Creamy oat milk rounds every spoonful, whilst sweet corn, broad beans and peas make it a proper meal in itself. Brilliant for a midweek supper, and lovely alongside a crisp lager or a cold glass of chicha morada.
HealthScore 91
A vivid, herb-scented Mexican broth that arrives at the table steaming and brick-red, loaded with silky mushroom strips and bright green purslane. The chile de árbol brings a clean, lingering heat that the epazote cuts through with its wild, citrusy sharpness. Deeply comforting yet light enough for a weeknight supper, it pairs beautifully with warm corn tortillas.
HealthScore 85
A warmly spiced, tender loaf with a golden crust and a moist, fragrant crumb — grated courgette keeps every slice beautifully soft while cinnamon weaves through each bite. This gluten-free bake is wholesome enough for breakfast and handsome enough for an afternoon spread. Slice it thick, eat it as it is, or take it with a flat white.
HealthScore 86
Golden, savoury bites packed with smoky roasted red pepper and tender kale, these muffin-tin cups have a satisfyingly eggy flavour from kala namak and a richness from nutritional yeast. They come out of the tin beautifully set — crisp at the edges, custardy within — and are equally at home on a brunch table or tucked into a lunchbox. A fresh green smoothie alongside makes them a brilliant start to the day.
HealthScore 87