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Almond chocolate pudding

This delicious cake-style pudding uses no flour, and is thereforesuitable for those on gluten-free diets.

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Apple and mango chutney

This simple recipe makes a delicious chutney that's ideal as an accompaniment to cold meats or Indian food. 

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Black bean burgers

For a healthy twist on the humble burger, try making this vegetarian version with black beans instead. The chilli powder gives them a bit of a kick.

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Cajun spiced sea bass

Sea bass is delicious in its own right, but you can liven it up with common storecupboard ingredients to create a real Cajun treat. 

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Chicken korma

Korma is the mildest of the traditional North Indian curries; delicate spices, almonds and cream suit even the most sensitive of palates.

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Classic french onion soup

This classic soup is topped with cheesy french bread croutons and full of flavour for a great weekend lunch. 

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Garlic roasted cauliflower

Turn boring cauliflower into this mouthwatering side dish with the simple addition of garlic, herbs, parmesan and a squeeze of lemon. 

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Ginger biscuits

Biscuits are always more fun when made at home, and these delicious ginger ones are a traditional favourite.

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Home made fresh pesto

Pesto makes the perfect accompaniment to pasta, salad or crudites, and is so easy to make at home you'll wonder why you ever bought it in expensive jars.

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Pasta with chorizo sauce

This quick and easy pasta sauce is perfect for a speedy mid-week supper. The chorizo gives a wonderful smoky flavour and mild spicy kick.

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Quick and easy moussaka

Using diced aubergine instead of the traditional slices makes for a quick and easy midweek version of this classic Greek dish. 

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Raspberry and melon smoothie

Smoothies are a great way to get your 5-a-day, especially for the kids, and also double up as a good start to the day if you can't face breakfast in the mornings.

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Crossword 120

Puzzle contains both cryptic and quick clues, plus their respective solutions.

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Beautiful hair - whatever your age

It may not be easy to spot, but hair ages along with our skin and bodies, and it's not helped by chemicals and heat treatments. Here's some advice to keep your locks looking their best as you age.

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Tubs and troughs

There's no simpler way of perking up even the smallest garden than with a few well-chosen tubs and troughs. Here are some tips on the types of flowers and arrangements to choose.

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Anti-aging foods

There may be no such thing as a fountain of youth, but you can fill your fridge with food to fight the ravages of time.

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Fuss free ways to decorate

If you've just splashed out a fortune buying your dream home, chances are there's not much left in the kitty for decorating. We give some tips on how to do it without breaking the bank.

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Lovatts Crossword - Puzzle 0140

 

Provides a quick, satisfying fix for crossword lovers

 

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Making your move less stressful

Moving is recognised as one of life's most stressful experiences. Whether buying, selling or moving home for the first time, use our advice on taking control of the situation to reduce your stress levels.

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Get out of debt and on with your life

Almost everyone has some kind of debt: mortgage, overdraft, credit cards or loans, but finding yourself in debt can be overwhelming. Follow these rules to get over debt and on with your life.

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Terrific Turkey Tips

A succulent turkey is the centrepiece of a Christmas meal, but how do you ensure it doesn't come out like a dog's dinner? From choosing a bird to stuffing and basting, follow our guide for the perfect feast.

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Have a heart healthy BBQ this summer

Don't limit your BBQs to boring burgers and sorry-looking sausages this summer - try our healthy recipes and you can enjoy al-fresco eating while being kind to your heart.

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The gifts of Christmas past

We participate in many festive gift-giving traditions without really thinking further than how they might affect our credit cards, but do we ever stop to consider how they originated and developed across the ages?

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The top ten places to pop the question

The day of your marriage proposal should be among the most unforgettable of your life, but making it memorable for the right reasons can be challenging. We reveal the world's most romantic places to propose.

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Colour your home to enhance your mood

Carefully applied colour in your home makes an immediate and lasting visual impact and gives of an array of mood-changing associations. It's not difficult to understand how to make colour work in your home to suit your mood.

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Gardening made easy

You don't have to be Alan Titchmarsh to create a well-kept, attractive garden. With a few tips from garden took manufacturer Black & Decker you can cultivate your own Eden.

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Dance yourself fit

Most of us want to stay fit but pumping iron and pounding the pool can be dull. So how are you going to develop your dream figure? By dancing, that's how.

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How to wow at the Christmas party

Find out how to sparkle at this year's office party without looking like a Christmas tree with our top five tips for festive fashion.

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The morning after the night before

If you've ever woken up after the office Christmas party and vowed never to drink again, try our top tips for avoiding the most unwelcome reminder of a good night out - the dreaded hangover.

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Men: MOT your health, not just your car

Many men think nothing of spending time keeping their car running properly, but are less than vigiliant when it comes to themselves. Well Man clinics can help by offering a free MOT for your body.

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The many faces of short hair

A short cut for women is fashionable, but many are scared by the prospect that it won't be feminine enough or won't suit their face shape. Here's a quick guide to help you choose the right style.

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Sudoku 135

Place a number from 1 to 9 in each empty cell so that each 3x3 block, column, and full row includes each of the numbers from 1 to 9 only once.

 

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Fitness training for busy lives

Not everyone can find time to sign up to the gym for three full-on cardio sessions every week. We show you how to fit exercise into a busy lifestyle.

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Bone-strengthening exercise

Osteoporosis affects nearly half of all women and a third of men over the age of 60 in the western world. But giving in to the temptation to ease off the exercise can actually make the condition worse. 

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The crazy world of insurance claims

From children swallowing diamonds to camera-eating dogs, here are some of the more unusual reasons that prompted people to file contents insurance claims.

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Beginner's guide to wine

At first glance the subject of wine can seem overwhelming and frankly rather intimidating, but we explain why it's all just a matter of taste.

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Wet and wild

There's been a growing trend in bathroom design recently towards wet rooms. These state of the art mini spa areas in your own home have all the mod cons, and great for getting in and out of the shower in seconds.

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The Twelve Days of Christmas - not just a nursery rhyme

One of our favourite festive songs, The Twelve Days Of Christmas, has its origins in a much darker period of history than one might imagine - it was used as a secret teaching for emancipated Catholics.

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Will men ever embrace the spa experience?

The spa has always been the woman's domain, despite specific treatments for men being offered. Will blokes ever really get into the idea of being pampered?

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Is your house homesick?

Your property is your biggest asset, so you should make the most of its health. Is it time to do a bit of DIY doctoring and cure your home of its ills?

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Wordsearch: Human body

A word grid puzzle: find all the words hidden in the grid

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Are you a Cinderella or a Monica Gellar?

House cleaning experts identify three distinct types when it comes to keeping our homes sparkling, from the reluctant to the practical and even cleaning warriors. But are you a Cinderella or a Monica Gellar? Read on to find out.

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Review: The Dictator

Coalition troops may be starting to pull out of Afghanistan and Iraq, but is it too early for a comedy about countries still in a war-torn state? Sacha Baron Cohen doesn't seem to think so.

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Enjoying the garden with kids

Even if you find gardening a dull and thankless task, chances are your kids will love it. Here are a few garden activities that young children will enjoy in the great outdoors.

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Boost your home's kerb appeal

When selling your home, it’s even more important to make it appeal to prospective buyers from the outside as it is to make the most of the space on the inside.

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UK Box Office Releases: May 2012

Though arguably the weakest month of the year so far when it comes to cinema releases, the next four weeks do offer a number of hidden gems, if you look close enough.

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Lovatts Crossword - Puzzle 0140

 

Provides a quick, satisfying fix for crossword lovers

 

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Working together to tackle obesity

In a bid to tackle the obesity epidemic, some of the country’s biggest supermarkets and food outlets are joining forces to cut five billion calories from the nation’s daily diet.

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Tubs and troughs

There's no simpler way of perking up even the smallest garden than with a few well-chosen tubs and troughs. Here are some tips on the types of flowers and arrangements to choose.

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Like your first love, you never forget your first car.

 

Like your first love, you never forget your first car.

 

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Len and Arlene help you reach Your Personal Best

In the run up to London 2012, celebrity ambassadors Len Goodman and Arlene Phillips of Strictly fame are fronting a campaign to promote the benefits of physical activity for the over-55s.

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Cinema: Titanic

James Cameron's epic gets a dust-off in 3D and a new documentary attempts to expose a coverup in the centenary year of the doomed ship's sinking.

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Sleep deprived pupils are too tired to learn

New research by The Sleep Council has confirmed what we have long suspected - that lack of sleep among primary school children is having a devastating effect on their learning ability.

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How techies see us

Spare a thought for the beleaguered IT crowd: a new survey reveals some of the ridiculous tech support calls they have to deal with on a daily basis. Can you recognise yourself?

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Lamb tagine

Lamb, spices and fruit combine to make this tangy Moroccan dish. We've used pears and sultanas, but apricot also works very well. 

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Home tourists discover gems on their doorsteps

New figures show that families with restricted holiday budgets are shunning sunny shores in favour of Britain's tourist attractions, with those investing in refurbishment proving most popular.

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Kitchens: The heart of the home, once again

Cooking shows of the 90s inspired a decade of sleek, chrome-clad kitchens, but nowadays, they're becoming the warming heart of the home again. We take a look at what's changed.

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Invest in more sleep for a healthier future

Nine out of 10 Brits say they need seven hours' sleep a night to feel their best, but some are struggling by on less than four, and storing up future health problems in the process.

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Alternative treatments for arthritis

With so many alternative treatments on the market for this debilitating condition, which is the best one to try when conventional medicine fails? We investigate the options.

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How to keep your garden blooming in drought conditions

With parts of the UK now officially in a state of drought, we put together the best tips to help keep your garden happy in times of water shortage.

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Britain's best market towns

Market towns have been the least affected by Britain's property slump, with 73% of house prices higher than average. We check out some of the best areas to buy into.

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Lovatts Wheel Words 0027 Create as many words of 4 letters or more using the given letters once only but always including the middle letter. Do not use proper names or plurals. See if you can find the 9-letter word using up all letters. Read more
Review: MIB3 - and other intergalactic law enforcers

The best-dressed agents in the galaxy return to cinemas this month, with Josh Brolin joining Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones this time around. Expect triple trouble.

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Have pet, will travel

Thanks to the Pet Travel Scheme, owners whose pooches or moggies have a taste for travel will find it easier - and cheaper - to take their pets abroad this year.

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Beautiful hair - whatever your age

It may not be easy to spot, but hair ages along with our skin and bodies, and it's not helped by chemicals and heat treatments. Here's some advice to keep your locks looking their best as you age.

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Create a productive urban garden

For those of us with only balconies or patios, growing our own fruit and veg may seem a distant dream - but all it takes is a little innovation and effort.

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Shy women shun GP in favour of Dr Google

A study reveals that embarrassment and impatience cause one in four women to misdiagnose themselves online, with Google now the first port of call for those with health concerns.

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Lovatts Wheel Words 0048 Create as many words of 4 letters or more using the given letters once only but always including the middle letter. Do not use proper names or plurals. See if you can find the 9-letter word using up all letters. Read more
TV Interview: Sir Tom Jones, BBC One's The Voice UK

Singer, chart topper and overall sex bomb Sir Tom Jones talks to us about his role as a judge and coach on the new BBC One talent show, The Voice UK

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Lovatts Crossword - Puzzle 0130

 

Provides a quick, satisfying fix for crossword lovers 

 

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Chocolate fudge brownies

A rich chocolate flavour and slightly gooey texture combine for the perfect brownie. They'll keep fresh for 3 days - if you can resist them that long! 

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Lovatts Wheel Words 0070 Create as many words of 4 letters or more using the given letters once only but always including the middle letter. Do not use proper names or plurals. See if you can find the 9-letter word using up all letters. Read more
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