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15 healthy comfort food recipes

If you want something hearty, but can't repeat the excess of Christmas, then try these warming, nutritious recipes.

By Sophie Hines
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Vegetarian shepherd's pie

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Even dedicated meat lovers will be happy with a serving of this classic-with-a-twist.

Recipe: Vegetarian shepherd's pie

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Spicy baked eggs

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Inspired by the Mexican favourite Huevos Rancheros, this tasty recipe is one you'll turn to time and time again.

Recipe: Spicy baked eggs

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3

Chicken casserole

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An absolute classic; this hearty meal is a fantastic, guilt-free evening dish.

Recipe: Chicken casserole

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4

Baked Mediterranean salmon

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Eye-catching and colourful, this salmon dish looks a lot more complicated than it is.

Recipe: Baked Mediterranean salmon

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Aubergine, tomato and lentil curry

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Serve this curry with brown rice for a healthy, filling option.

Recipe: Aubergine, tomato and lentil curry

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6

Chicken ramen

Chicken ramen

They say chicken soup is good for the soul; add in some noodles and your stomach will be happy too.

Recipe: Chicken ramen

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Colourful pattie stack

colourful pattie stack

Packed with vegetables and baked rather than fried, these patties are a real winter treat.

Recipes: Colourful pattie stack

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8

Fish curry

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Fish is a healthy way to get your daily protein. Add extra spinach to this recipe to up the veggie quota.

Recipe: Fish curry

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9

Spaghetti vongo-lite

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Using wholewheat pasta, and less of it, reduces the calories in this sometimes decadent dish.

Recipe: Spaghetti vongo-lite

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10

Fish soup pie

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Inspired by the French classic bouillabaisse, this recipe is perfect for when you feel like a filling meal without the calories.

Recipe: Fish soup pie

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Slow cooker curried lamb with lentils

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Get that slow cooker earning its keep with this warming winter dish.

Recipe: Slow cooker curried lamb with lentils

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12

Turkey tagine

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A mouth-watering meal that can also be made with fish or pork if you have leftovers to use up.

Recipe: Turkey tagine

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