BBC Good Food Recipes Dinner

Dinner time is a great time to enjoy a delicious meal with your family or friends. But it can be hard to come up with new ideas for dinner. That’s why BBC Good Food has created a variety of recipes that are sure to make dinner time enjoyable. From classic dishes like lasagna and shepherd's pie to more adventurous recipes like vegan paella and salmon en croute, BBC Good Food has something for everyone. In this article, we’ll take a look at some of BBC Good Food’s best dinner recipes.

Lasagna

Lasagna is a classic Italian dish that is easy to make and always a crowd pleaser. BBC Good Food’s lasagna is made with layers of pasta, a rich tomato sauce, and a creamy white sauce. It’s also filled with mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, as well as ground beef and Italian sausage. This hearty dish is sure to please even the pickiest of eaters.

Ingredients

- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1/2 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
- 2 (26-ounce) jars marinara sauce
- 4 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 4 ounces Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 12 no-boil lasagna noodles

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

2. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic, ground beef, and sausage. Cook and stir until beef and sausage are browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard excess grease.

3. Stir marinara sauce into the beef and sausage mixture. Simmer over low heat until sauce is heated through, about 10 minutes.

4. Spread 1/2 cup of the sauce mixture in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Top with 4 lasagna noodles. Spread 1/2 of the remaining sauce mixture over the noodles. Sprinkle with 1/3 of the mozzarella cheese and 1/3 of the Parmesan cheese.

5. Repeat layering 2 more times, ending with the sauce mixture. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.

6. Cover with foil. Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes. Uncover and bake until cheese is golden brown and bubbly, about 25 minutes more. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Per serving:

- Calories: 736
- Total Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
- Sodium: 1448mg
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 5g
- Sugar: 7g
- Protein: 36g

Shepherd’s Pie

Shepherd’s pie is a classic English dish that is made with ground beef, vegetables, and a creamy mashed potato topping. BBC Good Food’s shepherd’s pie is made with a flavorful blend of ground beef, carrots, onion, peas, and corn. The potatoes are mashed with butter, milk, and cheese for a rich and creamy topping. This dish is sure to be a hit at your next dinner party.

Ingredients

- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic, ground beef, onion, and carrots. Cook and stir until beef is browned and vegetables are tender, 5 to 7 minutes.

3. Stir in peas, corn, tomato paste, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Simmer until sauce is thickened, about 5 minutes.

4. Transfer mixture to a 9x13-inch baking dish.

5. Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes. Drain potatoes and return to pot. Mash potatoes with a potato masher. Stir in milk and butter. Spread mashed potatoes over beef mixture in baking dish. Sprinkle with Cheddar cheese.

6. Bake in preheated oven until cheese is melted and bubbly, about 25 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Per serving:

- Calories: 537
- Total Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Cholesterol: 68mg
- Sodium: 519mg
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 6g
- Sugar: 6g
- Protein: 22g