Roast aubergine & coconut curry

Black cardamom is gorgeous with aubergines. It has a distinctive smoky flavour, although it's subtle in this dish

Aubergine polpettine

Little Sicilian savoury-sweet morsels, a bit like meatballs, but made with flavoursome aubergine flesh. Serve plain or with a fresh tomato sauce for dipping

Aubergine, potato & goat’s cheese gratin

This healthy aubergine gratin makes a moreish side dish with lamb but can be eaten veggie as well

Bhaji burger

We've combined two of our favourite recipes to make a bhaji in a bun. Serve with mango chutney and a fluffy brioche bun

Watercress soup with bacon dumplings

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Take this simple green soup from light lunch to dinner party starter with a mouth-watering, meaty garnish of streaky bacon dumplings

Herb-brined pork chops

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Soaking tender pork in a juniper, coriander and thyme brine keeps it succulent and plump – griddle until just charred for an attractive main

Tipsy rhubarb & blood orange jelly

Give this childhood favourite a boozy grown-up makeover with Campari, poached rhubarb and a rich vanilla custard

Parsnip, potato & St Gall cheese gratin

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
St Gall is one of the best Irish cheeses to cook with, but it will also sit happily alongside a few other varieties on a cheese board

Daube of pork

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This recipe turns a sow’s ear into a silk purse – shoulder meat may be cheap, but it’s perfectly suited to being slow cooked

Prawn & fennel cocktail

Try this elaborate looking cocktail which will add a touch of class to your dinner party