Simply Nigella - which recipes are good?

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I ordered this book from the library and didn't think I'd like it. Only watched the first episode of the tv show as decided she winds me up too much with her simpering breathlessness.

Some of the recipes look really good. Anyone tried any which they'd recommend?

Not much help, but I had this for Christmas and can't find anything I want to make. cakes not allowed when dieting But I'm not deterred - I'm making the ( weird sounding) double sprout and rice bowl tomorrow as I have many many sprouts to get through. I'll let you know how horrific it is it turns out.

If you try any recipes which end up nice do update though

Will do. I'm going to make the Malasyian chicken tomorrow.

The fish tacos are simple but nice, ditto the chicken and sweet potato dish. I liked the Malaysian chicken.

I didn't care for the Indian shepherds pie (just a bit heavy and meh) and the Dahl is dull. The spiced cod is nice but there are more exciting versions. The criss cross potatoes weren't very inspiring. The peanut butter cookies are very good though!

The braised short ribs are excellent, as are the lamb ribs and the feta, avocado and red onion salad.

I can't remember the name, but the chicken breast dipped in mustard and cornflakes is absolutely gorgeous.

The sweet and sour slaw was delicious.

I'm trying to diet at the minute so will try the salad and fish tacos as they sound healthy.

The Malaysian chicken was very nice. Have also made the breakfast bars which are lovely. Very impressed.

I made Chicken Cosima on Thursday and family wolfed it!

I just made the braised short ribs and they were vile. It was a big fatty, oily mess.

I followed the recipe, the fat didn't render down as much as it should have. We were all trying to find something else to eat to remove the greasy taste from our mouths. (I got the ribs from my butcher by the way)

Bloody Nigella, never again.

Not sure if in the book, but the spicy cauliflower and chickpeas are delicious

The chilli is excellent - well worth a try.

I love the Indian Spiced Cod and the Chicken Shawarma. Oh and the cornflakes one.