Chicken tikka pasties

Make these moreish pasties for a picnic. They’re easy to pack up and take with you, and inspired by the flavours of a chicken tikka slice

Mug brownie

Make this mug brownie in the microwave. It takes just six minutes to make – perfect for a speedy dessert for one when you crave a sweet treat

Cambridge burnt creams

Try an English take on crème brûlée for dessert. Thought to have originated at Trinity College, Cambridge, they are also known as trinity burnt creams

Paneer & chickpea pulao

Make pulao – a quick, simple rice dish – extra special by adding paneer and chickpeas

Parsley sauce

Serve this versatile sauce with fish, or use it in a pie filling. It keeps in the fridge for a couple of days, or frozen for up to a month

Ginger shots

Start the day with punchy, refreshing ginger juice. Save money by making your own using fresh ginger, apple and lemon juice

Boerie roll

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims/non-pork eaters.

Try this a Southern African version of a meaty beef hot dog. It has a coarse texture a little like a burger, but in the shape of a sausage

Persian spinach & onion fried eggs (nargesi-e esfenaj)

Make this Persian-inspired dish with spinach, onions and eggs for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Serve with bread for dipping into the yolks

Healthy pesto eggs on toast

Try a speedy, low-fat pesto as a delicious alternative to oil for frying eggs – it adds great flavour to the dish, too, to make a perfect brunch or lunch

Caprese sandwich

Load slices of focaccia with pesto, mozzarella, rocket, red onion and tomato. They’re a perfect sandwich for feeding a crowd in a picnic.