Winter warming recipes

There's no greater comfort than coming in from the cold for a hot bowl of soup or a hearty stew. We've selected some classic comforts from I Know How to Cook, 1080 Recipes and Silver Spoon:Pasta.

Whether it's a big batch of vegetable soup, Coq au vin or cassoulet these recipes are sure to warm the cockles.

Making your own toffee is also a delicious idea and handy for bonfire night, to keep in pockets whilst watching the fireworks. It's also great to dish out to lucky 'trick or treaters' come Halloween.