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“You can’t really call these cookies, because they are as insubstantial as bridal veils. These delicate treats are great served with coffee.”

Instructions

Our hearty lentil curry gets a hint of tanginess from balsamic vinegar. Although it's substantial enough on its own, you can also add meat or fish.

“I make this for myself or for very intimate suppers when I’m with another hungry person or two who, like me, are craving the comfort of something warm and tasty,” Calder says.