Charred hispi cabbage & sausage pasta

Have cabbage and sausages in the fridge? Here’s a delicious way to combine all them into this storecupboard saviour that’s perfect for busy weeknights

Peppermint bark

Make a milk and white chocolate version of peppermint bark for the holiday season. Gift it by packing it in biodegradable clear bags tied with decorative ribbon

Thai tea

Try to find an authentic Thai tea blend for this recipe if possible. A blend of tea and condensed milk and served with ice, it’s a sweet and moreish drink

Angela Hartnett’s queen of puddings

I love a queen of puddings. Breadcrumbs, soaked in milk, vanilla flavoured egg, jam on top and then meringue. And when made well, it’s delicious. It’s also a great way to use up old bread or leftover jams, so it’s basically a store cupboard essential. Don’t use a sugary jam as the whole thing will then become overpoweringly sweet.

One-pot roast partridge with cannellini beans & bacon

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims/non-pork eaters.

Pair partridge with bacon and cannellini beans to make this satisfying and comforting stew for two. Serve with crusty bread to mop up the lovely juices

Mozzarella & pickled radicchio

I have adapted this recipe from my mate James Ferguson. He used to cook it at the Towpath Cafe on London’s Regent’s Canal, where he served the mozzarella with some lovely pickled radicchio and pangrattato breadcrumbs, and it was delicious. You had the gentle softness of the cheese and the silkiness of the radicchio with a lovely toasty crunch on top. For this recipe I would always pick a buffalo mozzarella over a burrata.

Chilli crisp Turkish eggs

Enjoy these creamy Turkish eggs for brunch. Timing is key; have all your ingredients prepped and ready before you start cooking to ensure it’s served warm

Spiced rice & beans

Serve this spicy rice and beans as a side dish to grilled meats and salads. It’s great as part of a big feast to share with family and friends

Stovetop lamb biryani

Make a dish that brings people together with a classic biriyani. It’s ideal as a feasting centrepiece when you have family and friends over for dinner

Chipotle turkey tacos

Use up leftover turkey and gravy from Christmas in this low-effort take on birria tacos. It’s perfect for Boxing Day