Spinach & feta falafel bites

These simple canapés can be made ahead of time and served up at your Christmas party

Cheese & mustard straws

The cheese straw is a versatile favourite. Add mustard and cayenne to give this entertaining staple a little kick

Really enormous chocolate buttons

These easy chocolate treats are an ideal project for young children and make lovely gifts for the family

Courgette muffins

Get kids busy in the kitchen with these scrummy courgette muffins, perfect for cooks aged between 8-14

Fresh lasagne with pesto

This veggie pasta dish is perfect for entertaining – it can be made ahead, leaving you free to chat to your guests

Fruity coconut creams

A quick low-fat pud that's easy to make and easy to adapt

Banana & custard pots

These mini tiramisu-style desserts are a quick, no-cook treat to round off a family meal

Jewelled rice

Give rice an exotic edge with this colourful and fragrant recipe, perfect with slow-cooked lamb

Blackberry braised red cabbage with venison

Red cabbage dotted with berries perfectly cuts through game meat – serve with buttery mashed potatoes

Herby bean sausage stew

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

A simple, filling storecupboard chipolata stew that can be whipped up in minutes or slow cooked for hours