Madeira gravy

A good gravy is an essential accompaniment for the festive meal. This one’s enriched with Madeira (fortified wine)

Aubergine with spicy apricot tabbouleh

This aubergine parcel looks very dramatic, but is dead easy

Carrot & sesame burgers

Burgers are always a barbecue staple, and these sesame-scented ones can be dressed up or down

Griddled polenta with corn & green salsa

Polenta can be a little bland, but pack it with flavours like cheese and chilli and it’s delicious

Sticky banana & maple cake

This childhood favourite is sticky, indulgent and completely moreish

Rogan josh

This lamb curry's a popular restaurant classic that's really easy to make at home

Multi mince

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Use this great mince recipe as a base for bolognese or cottage pie – freeze a batch ready to whip out for last-minute dinners

Almond & lemon curd buttons

Hidden inside these crumbly biscuits lies a
heart of lemon curd, giving an unexpected
burst of flavour

Warm honey cup puddings

Serve these classic make-ahead Greek desserts with a scoop of quick homemade pistachio ice cream

Chicken quesadillas

Frugal cooking, but packed with flavour – use up leftovers from roast chicken with these easy Mexican-style snacks