Beef

Made with meltingly tender brisket instead of mince, this rich, smoky beef chilli is perfect bowl food for Bonfire Night or cold winter evenings

Deliciously nutty barley contains soluble fibre, while garlic is good for cholesterol and blood pressure. Carrots add flavour and vitamins without spoiling the colour of the beautifully creamy barley

Rich and redolent with spices, this warming stew is ideal to make and freeze

Beef short ribs are a meltingly tender cut when cooked low and slow. This is a great all-in-one dish that requires minimal effort for maximum results, perfect for a putting-your-feet-up Sunday

Slow-cooked until it starts to pull apart, this beef brisket recipe uses the aromatic spices of a Moroccan tagine. Serve with fluffy couscous (or rice if you prefer), for a warming family meal or relaxed dinner party

This healthier one-pot is great for feeding a crowd

A rich, east European-inspired stew made with meltingly tender beef brisket and beetroot. Delicious served on a bed of wholegrain rice mixed with spring onions and grated carrot, or ladled over tagliatelle that has been tossed with salted butter and toasted poppy seeds

Not to be confused with the Italian ragu, which is a meat-based pasta sauce, this hearty, slow-cooked French-style stew is great for freezer-friendly batch cooking