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Pork

Contrary to popular belief, pork is actually one of the leanest meats you can buy and it's endlessly versatile too, from chops to casseroles, kebabs to pates, not forgetting sausages...

 
 
Black Forest Ham and Lentil SoupServes 6

Black Forest Ham and Lentil Soup

In this recipe, Delia uses tinned lentils and smoky Black Forest ham to create a soup that will hit the spot on a cold evening. As she says, soups are ideal if you haven't got much time to cook but want more than a ready meal…

 
 
 Bacon, Leek and Potato Omelette Serves 2

Bacon, Leek and Potato Omelette

A bit like a British version of tortilla, this filling omelette is made with potatoes and bacon as well as eggs, offering a nutritious option for a cheap lunch or supper.

 
 
Asparagus Under WrapsServes 2 as a light lunch or 4 as a starter

Asparagus Under Wraps

Steamed asparagus is wrapped with cheese and ham to produce the most wonderful light meal or starter - a great way to enjoy the short asparagus season in May and June.

 
 
A Mixed Grill with Apricot Barbecue GlazeServes 6

A Mixed Grill with Apricot Barbecue Glaze

Use whatever meats you like, and chicken: the most important element is this lovely tangy, fruity glaze that lifts a barbecue into another realm…

 
 
All-American Half-poundersServes 4

All-American Half-pounders

There really is no need to buy burgers when it's this easy to make your own: Delia rustles up a authentic version of this American classic, which will go down well with adults and children alike.

 
 
Braised Pork with PrunesServes 4

Braised Pork with Prunes

A wonderful winter warmer, which uses pork, apples, juniper and potatoes to mouthwatering effect!

 
 
Boiled Smoked Bacon with Pease Pudding with Onion and Mustard SauceServes 6

Boiled Smoked Bacon with Pease Pudding with Onion and Mustard Sauce

Let me explain the appeal of this delightfully unfashionable, totally forgotten delicacy. First, collar of bacon has more flavour than the leaner, middle-cut gammon. Secondly, I'm sure many people have forgotten – or never actually tasted – dried mar

 
 
Belly Pork Strips in Barbecue SauceServes 4

Belly Pork Strips in Barbecue Sauce

Meaty and juicy, belly pork strips lend themselves beautifully to cooking in a gutsy barbecue sauce.

 
 
AntipastiServes 8

Antipasti

What could be easier? Just choose some meats, cheese, pickles and bread for a feast full of Italian flavour!

 
 
Bacon and Egg PiesMakes 12

Bacon and Egg Pies

Home-made individual bacon and egg pies, baked in patty tins or as a whole pie, make a very good and easily transportable picnic dish. Alternatively, they are nice served warm after the picnic if the weather wasn’t up to scratch. For a whole pie, use