Sesame flatbreads

These simple flatbreads are an impressive addition to any sharing platter. They're surprisingly easy to cook and need just a handful of ingredients

Chilli bean baguettes

Chilli beans spice up a baguette filling – this recipe is a good source of folic acid and costs around 70p a head

Spring leaf salad

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Young, tender spinach was made for full-of-flavour salads such as this

Minestrone pasta pot

A vegetarian favourite for under 5’s, minestrone pasta pot

Chilli chicken with honey & soy

A fresh, light Oriental stir-fry which is low in fat and ready in 10 minutes – fresh and light after rich festive fare

Citrus-spiked chicken with roasted red onions

Spike up your chicken with a citrus tang – and make it low-fat by removing the skin before you cook

Salade aux lardons

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A chic, quick to make starter that looks great on the plate

Mint & coriander tomato tarts

These tarts make an appetizing hot first
course or you can serve them for a
light lunch with a tossed green salad

Prawns with Romesco sauce

Succulent tiger prawns are spiced up with chilli and peppers in this Spanish-style tapas dish

Easy pancakes

Learn a skill for life with our foolproof crêpe recipe that ensures perfect pancakes every time – elaborate flip optional