Chicken Mexican-Style Soup with a Zingy Coriander Vinaigrette

Here's an easy, healthy, and vibrantly flavour-packed soup recipe you'll want to make again and again. It's perfect for family meals or casual get-togethers and is a regular feature on our kitchen table.

This hearty dish combines tender chicken mince with a medley of aromatic spices, sweet corn, and a delicious mix of beans. Topped with a zingy Coriander Vinaigrette, creamy avocado, and a dollop of thick Greek yoghurt.

It makes the perfect "anytime of year" soup – hearty and warming for the cooler months, yet fresh and zingy enough for the warmer ones. It's just perfect!

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Double Chocolate & Halva Brownie Cookies

Blending the best of both worlds, these halva brownie cookies have the perfect combination of crisp and chewy edges, while remaining soft and gooey at the centre.

Enjoy them warm from the oven for that chocolatey treat or served cold and chewy straight from the fridge (my personal favourite).

The addition of halva brings a delicious twist to these cookies. Halva is a traditional Middle Eastern confection made using tahini (sesame seed paste), sugar, and vanilla. It's also often enhanced with ingredients such as pistachio, rose, or cocoa.

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Lush & Creamy Pasta e Fagioli with Fennel

One of my all-time favourite comfort meals is pasta e fagioli. It's incredibly warm, hearty, and nourishing—perfect for those cooler days.

Traditional versions of this dish don't call for fennel, but I love the extra depth it adds. It's also a fantastic way to sneak in some extra veggies.

This recipe relies on simple pantry staples, but a few key techniques make all the difference.

During the initial step of cooking the vegetables in olive oil, be patient and let them cook down thoroughly. Don't rush this stage; it truly enriches the soup's flavour.

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