Beef

Slow-cooked until pull-apart tender, beef brisket makes a great alternative to mince in this beer-braised chilli

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

All the comfort of the classic French stew but with a Chinese flavour twist. Meltingly tender beef in a rich red-wine sauce is flavoured with Chinese 5-spice, star anise and shiitake mushrooms for a hearty winter warmer. Let the casserole take centre stage on the table and serve with buttery mashed potatoes and steamed green beans

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

This meltingly tender spiced brisket is slow cooked in the oven first for ultimate ease, then flashed on the barbecue to add that distinctive char and smoky quality that only cooking over coals can deliver. Serve with succotash, a traditional Southern side made with sweetcorn, broad beans, herbs and crispy bacon

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