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Preparation takes 19 minutes. Cooking takes 116 minutes. Allow 119 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: raw bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, fine salt, divided, freshly ground black pepper, rapeseed oil, onion. Equipment: Heavy hob-safe, ovenproof shallow casserole, approximately 32 cm across and 4.5–5 litres, large enough for all 8 thighs in one layer, Tongs and heatproof spoon, Measuring jug, Sharp knife and chopping board, Kitchen paper, Instant-read food thermometer, Plate for partially cooked chicken, Clean serving platter and foil, Oven gloves.
Kitchen tip: Use a broad casserole that holds the thighs in one layer. Crowding during browning causes steaming; stacking during braising gives uneven cooking.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 30 minutes. Allow 50 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs, fresh pumpkin, peeled and cubed, vegetable oil, onion, finely chopped, garlic, minced. Equipment: pressure cooker (electric or stovetop), cutting board, knife, wooden spoon or spatula, measuring spoons, measuring cups.
Kitchen tip: For a milder stew, remove the scotch bonnet pepper before serving to reduce heat.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 35 minutes. Allow 50 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: pork chops (bone-in or boneless, about 2.5 cm/1 inch thick), fresh rosemary, finely chopped, fresh thyme leaves, finely chopped, fresh parsley, finely chopped, olive oil, divided. Equipment: oven, baking sheet, large skillet or frying pan, mixing bowl, knife, cutting board, tongs, meat thermometer.
Kitchen tip: Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking pork; 63°C (145°F) internal temperature is safe and juicy.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 45 minutes. Allow 60 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, carrots, peeled and cut into 2.5 cm (1 inch) pieces, parsnips, peeled and cut into 2.5 cm (1 inch) pieces, sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2.5 cm (1 inch) cubes, garlic, minced. Equipment: oven, baking sheet or roasting pan, mixing bowl, measuring spoons, knife, cutting board.
Kitchen tip: For extra crispy skin, pat chicken thighs dry and avoid overcrowding on the pan.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 35 minutes. Allow 50 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: pork tenderloin (about 450–500 g / 1 to 1.1 lbs), garlic, minced, fresh rosemary, chopped, olive oil, divided, carrots, peeled and cut into 3 cm (1 inch) pieces. Equipment: oven, baking sheet or roasting pan, knife, cutting board, meat thermometer, mixing bowl.
Kitchen tip: Use a meat thermometer to ensure pork is cooked to a safe internal temperature of 636C (1456F) followed by resting.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 45 minutes. Allow 65 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 150g / 5 oz each), gluten-free breadcrumbs, fresh parsley, finely chopped, fresh rosemary, finely chopped, fresh thyme leaves. Equipment: oven, large roasting tray, mixing bowl, measuring spoons, knife, cutting board.
Kitchen tip: For extra crisp skin, leave the chicken uncovered in the fridge for up to 1 hour before cooking to dry the skin.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 40 minutes. Allow 55 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 170 g each), Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, plus extra for drizzling, butternut squash (about 600 g), peeled and cubed. Equipment: Baking sheet, Mixing bowls, Measuring spoons, Knife, Cutting board, Oven.
Kitchen tip: Ensure chicken is cooked to a safe internal temperature of 74°C (165°F) by using a meat thermometer.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 60 minutes. Allow 80 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, butternut squash (about 700 g / 1.5 lb), peeled and cut into 2.5 cm cubes, olive oil, onion, chopped, carrots, peeled and sliced. Equipment: oven, large roasting tray, large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, wooden spoon, sharp knife, cutting board.
Kitchen tip: Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 74°C (165°F) for food safety.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 35 minutes. Allow 50 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: pork tenderloin, trimmed, pure maple syrup, olive oil, divided, Dijon mustard, salt. Equipment: oven, roasting pan or sheet pan, mixing bowl, meat thermometer, baking tray, knife, cutting board.
Kitchen tip: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the pork is safely cooked to 63°C (145°F) and remains juicy.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 50 minutes. Allow 65 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (~1.2 kg), olive oil, pure maple syrup, carrots, peeled and cut into 5 cm pieces, parsnips, peeled and cut into 5 cm pieces. Equipment: large roasting pan or baking sheet, mixing bowl, kitchen tongs, meat thermometer.
Kitchen tip: Pat chicken dry before seasoning to help crisp the skin.
Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 40 minutes. Allow 60 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 150-180 g each), butternut squash, peeled and cubed, Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved, carrots, peeled and cut into 2.5 cm pieces, garlic, minced. Equipment: baking sheet (sheet pan), mixing bowl, knife, cutting board, measuring spoons.
Kitchen tip: For extra crisp skin, pat chicken thighs dry and avoid overcrowding the pan.
Preparation takes 15 minutes. Cooking takes 60 minutes. Allow 75 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: boneless skin-on turkey breast, Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved, sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed, olive oil, divided, garlic, minced. Equipment: roasting pan or large baking sheet, meat thermometer, mixing bowl, knife, cutting board.
Kitchen tip: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the turkey is fully cooked and safe to eat.