Chunky tomato & avocado salsa

This doubles up as both the guacamole and the tomato salsa element of a Mexican meal

Melty onion toasts

Make the onion topping for this simple gastropub-style starter up to two days ahead

Blackberry queen of pudding pots

These puddings are a delicious way of using up wild summer fruits

Truffle-stuffed guinea fowl

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
See what all the fuss about truffles is with this indulgent Sunday lunch or special occasion dish

Steamed mussels with leeks, thyme & bacon

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A bistro-style starter for two. Mop up the juices with crusty bread, or make it into a main with chunky chips

Balsamic pickled shallots

Perfect partners for a creamy blue cheese

Goan mussels

You can add any other seafood to this quick aromatic green curry – prawns can go in with the coconut milk and clams with the mussels

BBQ roast chicken & chunky chips

A naughty takeaway favourite made into a real meal. This chicken and chips combo just needs a bit of salad to ensure your halo

Pears roasted in red wine

A no-fuss, low-fat dessert – no need to peel the pears, just pop them in the oven and wait for the delicious sauce to form

Ray with buttery parsley & capers

This classic way of treating meaty white
fish, sometimes called meunière, is so simple – everything’s cooked in one pan