Maggie Beer’s hearty winter fare

WINTER IS THE perfect time to have a huge pot of soup on the stove simmering, so the warming smells envelop me. Something else I love about winter is rugging up and cooking on the barbecue, and you’ll nd the beef ribs here so more-ish. Having your family around as you cook the pumpkin risotto or roll pastry for the lamb and quince pie will ensure it’s a special day. For the tagine, make the apricots Australian!