Spiced cashew nuts

These spicy Thai nibbles are great for guests and are good for you too!

Roast summer vegetables & chickpeas

A summery tomato-based stew, packed with veg and perfect to make ahead

Pot-roast guinea fowl with cabbage & bacon

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This classic French dish makes a lovely meal for two, with enough for lunch the next day

Gujarati cabbage with coconut & potato

This superhealthy, stir-fried side makes a tasty vegetarian supper served with rice and dhal

Lentil & lemon fettuccine

This simple peasant-style dish is hugely satisfying and packed with protein

High-fibre muesli

Make your own muesli packed with fibre and great flavour using jumbo oats for slow-release energy, linseed and apricots. An easy, healthy breakfast

Golden potatoes

The secret to perfect fried potatoes is to start them on a high heat, then turn the heat right down and let them cook slowly

Sicilian aubergine, pine nut & raisin fusilli

Sicilians love aubergines cooked every which way. Try them in this summery pasta dish

Dark & squidgy chocolate torte

This dessert is dark and dense, but not so rich it defeats you. It freezes brilliantly too

Broken biscotti ice cream with hot mocha

Give your ice cream an Italian twist with this simple recipe from Lesley Waters