Macadamia & cranberry American cookies

These freezable biscuits are completely irresistible and make a great gift for kids to give to teachers or grandparents

Mashed carrots with Pernod

This recipe from chef John Tovey sounds like an odd combination, but Sara wouldn’t be without it for her Christmas lunch

Moroccan meatballs with eggs

Serve up a Moroccan feast for friends without the mess, with our flavour-packed one-pan recipe

Hot cross bun & butter pudding

Like classic bread and butter pudding? Try this twist that uses hot cross buns instead – a great way to use up any Easter leftovers

Garlic & herb roast lamb on boulangère potatoes

Cooking succulent lamb and herby potatoes together means the potatoes absorb all the lovely juices

Peas & beans with pancetta & mint

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Do something interesting with your greens and serve up a five-a-day favourite, cooked all in one pan

Grilled goat’s cheese with cranberry dressing

A smart veggie starter that will impress even the biggest foodie at your dinner table

Citrus iced tea

If you love tea, but you don’t find it refreshing in hot weather, try this wonderfully fresh alternative

Rosewater & pistachio kulfi with griddled mangoes

Kulfi is usually made from milk that has been boiled for several hours. This sneaky version is made with condensed milk, so all the hard work has been done for you.

Tikka-style fish

Perfect for the barbecue – but don’t let that stop you using the oven if the typical English weather arrives – use whichever fish you prefer