Buttered carrots

Braise your new-season vegetables in rich butter with a sprinkle of sugar to bring out the sweetness

Foolproof chocolate & coffee fondants

Gooey chocolate puds are a restaurant classic and mastering this show-off dessert is a lot easier than you think

Herby asparagus & bacon tart

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
An open puff pastry pie of seasonal greens, mint, chives and parsley with a creamy mascarpone base

Caramelised onion & bacon tart

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Use a packet bread mix and some semolina to create a pizza-style base for this irresistible tart

Thai chicken skewers

Grilled chicken kebab skewers marinated in fragrant Asian spices make the perfect easy canapé

Apricot & almond crumble

A fresh spin on the traditional pudding, this nutty, fruity crumble is great for a dinner party or Sunday lunch

Peppered fillet steak with parsley potatoes

This supper is for two, so push the boat out on a prime cut of beef- great for a weekend night in

Little lemon-tons

Individual lemon sponge cakes with crunchy sugar topping that make a perfect addition to a tea stand

The ultimate makeover: Salmon en croûte

Angela Nilsen makes a super healthy version of the classic pastry wrapped fish parcel without losing the wow factor

Baked raspberry & lemon cheesecake

A rich and creamy baked cheesecake that makes a great dinner party dessert