Next level fried chicken

Choose boneless thighs to make the ultimate fried chicken. For the coating, we’ve come up with a method that results in the crispiest finish ever

Oxtail soup

Forget canned soup – this homemade oxtail soup has great taste. The recipe takes a little more effort, but if you can spare the time it's well worth it

Next level bakewell tart

Serve for dessert or as an afternoon tea, the bakewell tart is a baking classic. We've upped the ante to make the crumbliest pastry and fabulous frangipane

Chicken, ham & asparagus picnic pie

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims/non-pork eaters.

Create a showstopping picnic pie with chicken, ham, asparagus and pistachios. It takes a bit of effort, but it’s well worth it and can be made ahead

Roasted new carrots, cauliflower, grains & carrot-top dressing

Try this warm grains salad, featuring carrots, cauliflower and green beans. It uses the whole vegetables – stalks and all – which are just as delicious

Double cheese & spring vegetable tart

This savoury make-ahead tart has a delicious crumbly base – no one will realise it's shop-bought pastry! Fill with goat's cheese and beautiful spring veg including asparagus and fresh peas  

Spring lamb skewers with lightly pickled allotment salad

Pair charred, juicy lamb on skewers with the freshness and bite of crunchy garden vegetables in a pickled dressing. It makes a lovely light supper

Jelly & custard trifle squares

Create this retro jelly and custard trifle using cheat’s ingredients. It’s a completely make-ahead dessert, so ideal for a stress-free get together 

Satay sauce

Whip up this simple peanut sauce recipe in just 10 minutes. Serve with chicken or vegetable skewers for a starter or party nibble. Kids love it too! 

Next level pad Thai

Take the classic pad Thai to new levels, adding king prawns and tofu, pickled turnip and tamarind paste – a dish for two that's packed with flavour