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It’s multicooker time! I’ve had this gadget for around 8 months now, and I’m still really enjoying it. I often use my multicooker instead of my slow cooker these days, because you can fry up your veg beforehand without having to use a second pan – then just use the ‘stew’ setting to cook things slowly. Very handy.
This time I used my Redmond multicooker to make a super creamy, super cheesy, super garlicky tortellini bake – with sun-dried tomatoes, black olives, and basil pesto too. Utterly gorgeous, and very very naughty (but oh so worth it).
Honestly, I knew this tortellini bake would be good, but I don’t think I realised just how good until I took my first bite. The flavours of the garlic and tomatoes infuse into the creamy…
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