Smoked venison with melon salad

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
An easy and impressive summer starter for two. The succulence of melon is a great contrast to the richness of cured meats

Upside-down peaches & cream cake

Upside-down cakes make a great tea party centrepiece. This peachy Victorian sponge is definitely no exception

Spiced courgette fritters

These easy-to-prepare veggie fritters are similar to Indian pakoras

Fuss-free lasagne

Take advantage of the special offers available on mince and batch-cook this sure-fire family winner

Baby spinach & bacon bistro salad

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This simple French-style salad makes a wonderful light lunch

Rhubarb & almond crumble tart

A smarter version of the traditional rhubarb crumble, perfect for dinner parties – use ready-made dessert pastry to keep it simple

Orange chocolate tart

A grown-up make-ahead dessert that looks gorgeous when sliced. It’s easy to transport too, if you’re taking it to a friend’s for pudding

Golden stuffed goose

This mix of the traditional and the trendy makes a glorious family lunch and a magnificent centrepiece

Lemon & caraway roulade

With it’s light, lemony taste, this is will become everyone’s summer favourite in no time

Classic roast chicken & gravy

What more can we say? The classic roast chicken is something everyone should know and can always save the day