Making this most luscious of potato bakes takes a little extra time – there’s slicing, infusing and layering to be done, followed by a long, slow session in the oven. Our classic potato dauphinois recipe shows you how to take it a cheffy step further for the ultimate make-ahead side dish. (Or for something lighter, we have a healthier dauphinoise potatoes recipe.)

A warming one pot recipe to combat winter evenings, try this make-ahead pork, pear and sherry casserole for a hearty dose of proper comfort food.

Forget the beef, this vegetarian lasagne is full of flavour. Try this delicious vegetarian pasta for your next winter dinner recipes or as a comfort food idea. Find this and more winter pasta recipes at dish.co.nz

Here’s our take on spanakopita – the classic spinach and feta filo pastry pie – with the welcome addition of tender roast lamb to provide a satisfying treat

The key to a perfect Persian pilaf is cooking the rice until it’s lightly spiced and fluffy then adding fresh herbs, pomegranate, raisins and chicken. Don’t forget to serve everyone some of the crust on the bottom – that’s the best bit!

If pigs in blankets are your favourite Christmas side dish, you’re in for a treat. This pigs-in-blankets traybake is full of Christmassy flavours – brie, redcurrant jelly and sweet potatoes with bacon-wrapped chipolatas – but is an easy dish for midweek meals during the rest of December and beyond. If you prefer to keep things traditional, our easiest pigs in blankets recipe is the one you need.

Stretch two salmon fillets to feed four with this easy, creamy salmon pasta bake. Our budget-friendly recipe with peas and asparagus is ideal for midweek family dinners. Check out more budget-friendly dinner ideas, including Jack Monroe’s irresistible fiery pineapple chicken.

”A comfortingly smooth and savoury mixture. If you don’t want it warm, spread it cold on crostini for a simple canapé.” – Lucas Hollweg

With juicy meat, crispy golden skin and a ton of moreish tarragon and mustard cream sauce, this appropriately named 'epic' chicken will impress at your next Sunday roast.

Beef mince is one of the most popular ingredients, and we can see why. It's cheap, versatile, and can be used in so many cuisines, from Chinese to Mexican.