Roast pumpkin with cream, thyme & Parmesan

This impressive-looking dish makes a wonderful starter for a dinner party

Turkey meatball korma

These turkey meatballs are a real winner, nutritious, cheap and low in fat. Try serving with brown basmati rice for a real health-kick

Zesty pomegranate rice

This fragrant dish adds an exotic flavour to plain rice, delicious served with chicken kebabs

Fiorentina baked pasta

A quick and creamy pasta bake that can be reheated for lunch the next day – if you manage to have any left!

Pappardelle with beef

Wide ribbons of pappardelle are the classic pasta to serve with a meaty sauce – you’re bound to be going back for seconds

Italian cottage pie

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Add a little 'mamma mia' to a beef stew with pancetta and oregano, and a crunchy topping of Parmesan-coated potatoes

Spicy chicken cacciatore

With a tub of homemade tomato sauce in the fridge, this dish is a cinch

Pea, mint & chilli dip

A speedy guacamole-style purée that’s ready in minutes and perfect for snacking or lunchboxes

Pineapple & banana custard meringues

Light, fruity and frothy, these quick puds are a smart choice for entertaining

Pasta with garlicky greens

This comforting vegetarian recipe is the perfect dish to warm yourself up on a cold winter night