Peppered potato soup

This thrifty dinner party leek and potato soup recipe has an attractive pale colour from using the bottom end of the allium and a bouquet garni

All-in-one spring roast chicken

A complete meal in one pot- juicy whole chicken with spring vegetables that takes minutes to assemble

Leek, ricotta & gruyère tart

Ricotta gives this quiche a lovely, light cheese-cakey texture – leftovers make a great packed lunch

Easy treacle sponge

A simple baked version of this classic childhood pudding, with a zesty treacle sauce forming an irresistible puddle at the bottom

Asparagus wraps with lemon mayo

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A quick and classic spring canapé of tender green stems wrapped in Parma ham with a light citrus dip

Pea & feta toasts

This spin on bruschetta tops baguette slices with crushed peas, mint and salty cheese – great for canapés

Thai chicken and sweet potato soup

A smooth and and spicy chicken soup with a vibrant colour that's packed full of Asian aromatics

Sticky sultana pudding

A super-speedy fruit sponge that’s cooked in the microwave and ready in just 10 minutes – serve with hot custard or golden syrup

Oaty fish & prawn gratins

Hit all 5 of your recommended fruit and veg intake with these delicious healthy fish and tomato bakes

Flatbread pizzas

Whizz up your own homemade hummus and spread onto flatbreads then add toppings for a healthy pizza