Cheesy sausage & bean pies

Bake these pies for a lunch-time treat the whole family will love. Shop-bought pastry makes them quick and easy to prepare, and you can use canned beans from the back of the storecupboard

Creamy leek, pesto & squash pie

Take some time aside to batch-cook and fill your freezer with this moreish leek, cannellini beans and squash pie and you’ll thank yourself on busy weeknights

Roasted pumpkin seeds

Don’t throw away the seeds if you’re cooking a pumpkin – try roasting them with this easy recipe. They make a tasty snack with a little seasoning, or an eye-catching garnish

Spiced lamb meatball stew

Enjoy spiced lamb meatballs with chickpeas and pomegranate seeds in a harissa sauce for an easy midweek meal. Freeze any leftovers for busy weekdays

Halloumi fajitas

Try these halloumi tortilla wraps with avocado for a quick and easy after-school meal. Serve with chilli sauce or soured cream

Strawberry cupcakes

Treat family and friends to these beautiful strawberry cupcakes. They’re made with fresh strawberry pieces in the sponge, and a vibrant pink buttercream icing

Smoky chilli sauce

Make this smoky chilli sauce to go with homemade doner kebabs, burgers or hotdogs. Packed with garlic and spicy heat, it promises to add punch to your dishes

Belgian buns

Indulge in these moreish Belgian buns as an afternoon treat with a cup of tea. They’re filled with lemon curd and topped with icing and a glacé cherry

Homemade BBQ lamb doner kebab

Make this homemade version of the takeaway classic, and serve with a variety of toppings and condiments. Even those who don’t normally like doner kebabs will love this

Homemade buttermilk

Making homemade buttermilk is surprisingly easy. Use it in pancakes and cakes, as a marinade for fried chicken or for salad dressings