Thaw the chill of a winter's night with these warming one-pot suppers. Our simple recipes save on washing up and make for an easy midweek meal.

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1. Slow-cooked pork, cider & sage hotpot

Pot of pork casserole topped with sliced potatoes, sweet potatoes and fresh sage leaves

What could be better on a winter's night than a rich slow-cooked pork, cider & sage hotpot? Sear pork shoulder in a flameproof casserole dish then simmer in cider, chicken stock and leeks. Stir in cream and fresh herbs and top with sliced potatoes. Bake until the potato is tender, and finish with crispy sage.

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2. Cheeseburger pasta

Cheeseburger pasta

Why not skip the takeaway this Friday and opt for a cosy, budget-friendly evening treat at home? Our cheeseburger pasta combines two classic comfort foods in one easy dish. It's a good source of protein and can be ready in under 40 minutes. You can top it with some jalapeños and pickles for an extra kick.

Warm up with a hearty bowl of pasta with our winter pasta recipes.

3. Chicken in white wine sauce

Chicken in white wine sauce in a baking dish

Serve tender chicken breasts in a creamy wine sauce alongside rice or potatoes and your favourite veg. Ready in an hour, this creamy one-pot makes a perfect midweek meal for the whole family, and will be a brilliant addition to your dinner rotation.

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4. Lamb, aubergine & halloumi hotpot

Lamb and halloumi hot pot topped with a sliced aubergine topping. Missing a portion from the right side.

Here's a tasty twist on the traditional lamb hotpot. We've added some everyday spices to create a dish with a unique flavour profile. The special touch is the eye-catching topping of aubergine and halloumi. This recipe is perfect for larger gatherings, as it can serve up to six people. Plus, you can make extra and freeze it for those evenings when you want an easy, comforting meal without the hassle.

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5. Meatball black bean chilli

Meatball black bean chilli in a dish next to a large bowl of rice

Make this meatball black bean chilli for an easy dinner in under 40 minutes. This hearty dish is packed with beef meatballs, black beans and colourful peppers. Freeze a batch for up to three months for those last-minute midweek meals. Defrost and reheat in a pan or in the oven until piping hot.

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6. One-pot paneer curry pie

Pot of paneer curry topped with a pastry lid. Portion removed from the top.

Mash up classic comfort food favourites with this veggie one-pot paneer curry pie. It's full of paneer, potatoes and warming spices like ginger, chilli, cumin and garam masala. Cover with flaky puff pastry and sprinkle with nigella seeds. If you don’t have a casserole dish, make your filling in a large pan before baking in the oven.

See more veggie recipes with our vegetarian one-pot collection.

7. One-pan beef stew with vegetable mash

One-pan beef stew in a large casserole dish with vegetable mash

Make this easy one-pan beef stew that contains all of your 5-a-day. It makes a healthy dinner, plus it's freezable, making it perfect for winter batch-cooking. If red meat is lean, it’s a valuable source of protein, iron, zinc and B vitamins, but we also have a vegan option (see recipe to view).

For more hearty dinners, see our chicken one-pot recipes.

8. Spinach, sweet potato & lentil dhal

Spinach, sweet potato and lentil dhal on a plate topped with spring onions and coriander

This top-rated spinach, sweet potato & lentil dhal is vegan, low in fat and calories, iron-rich and packs in three of your five-a-day. It's super filling with red split lentils and chunky veg. To freeze, allow the dhal to cool, then pop into freezable containers. Defrost in the fridge overnight, then reheat until piping hot.

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9. Sausage, kale & gnocchi one-pot

Pot of gnocchi with sausage and kale next to a served portion on a plate

Get dinner on the table in under 20 minutes with this speedy sausage, kale & gnocchi one-pot. Cook pork sausagemeat in a frying pan and season with chilli flakes and fennel seeds. Cook the gnocchi and kale in chicken stock before stirring in parmesan and black pepper.

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10. Slow cooker chicken curry

Slow-cooker-chicken-curry

Add this slow cooker chicken curry to any Indian-inspired feast. Cook skinless chicken legs in a rich curry sauce for six hours for beautifully tender meat. This curry is seasoned with warming ginger and curry paste. Serve with brown rice and chopped coriander.

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