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Return of retro food

Take a nostalgic food tour through the best retro recipes of all time, from jelly slice to baked brie, stroganoff and mornay. These dishes are back in vogue – make Mum proud!

1. Baked brie with cranberry sauce

Take your starter to a new level with this decadent dish. Packed with oozy brie and cranberry sauce, this cob loaf is a festive crowd-pleaser.

2. Adam's mum's jelly slice

Adam’s mum’s jelly slice is the perfect no-bake treat. With only 20 mins prep time needed, this retro dessert is a must-try.

3. Apricot chicken tray bake

After a one-pan wonder tonight? Try this tasty combination of chicken, apricots, pumpkin and green beans for a guaranteed family hit.

4. Corned beef with maple mustard glaze

Let the slow cooker take care of dinner with this tender corned beef dish. It’s finished with a delicious maple glaze and features plenty of veggies, so you’ve got yourself a winner!

5. Mini lemon delicious puddings

Here's a dessert that will make your mouth water. These tangy little puddings are so light and airy - they’re the perfect finish to any meal.

6. Chicken schnitzel with lemon and mushroom sauce

Take your chicken schnitzel up a notch with our easy mushroom sauce. Ready to cook in just 15 minutes, this dish is a great midweek option.

7. Caesar salad with pancetta

Whip up this easy caesar salad in no time. It’s packed with crisp pancetta and drizzled with a creamy yoghurt dressing.

8. Slow cooker beef stroganoff

Served with buttery noodles, this slow cooker beef stroganoff in creamy paprika and tomato sauce is a cold weather classic.

9. Fuss-free sweet and sour pork

Served on a bed of brown rice, this fuss-free sweet and sour pork speaks for itself. It’s an easy weeknight dinner for when you need a quick feed.

10. Asparagus and egg mornay with cheesy breadcrumbs

This asparagus and egg mornay is a tasty meat-free recipe that’s perfect for the cooler weather. Topped with cheesy breadcrumbs, it’s the ultimate comfort food.

11. Dark chocolate crackle bites

Whip up a batch of these easy and delicious dark chocolate crackles. They’re the perfect treat when you need a sweet pick-me-up.

12. Bubble and squeak chunky potato cakes

We’ve given classic bubble and squeak the star treatment. Served with a tasty coriander pesto, these chunky potato cakes are perfect for entertaining or a quick snack.