Sweet potato & spinach bake

If you’re after some substantial comfort food on a budget then this vegetarian bake is just the thing. Add lamb chops for the meat eaters

Crazy cookies

Whether you’re sharing them at work or including them in a bake sale, these bold little biscuits are guaranteed to brighten everyone’s day!

Raspberry Bakewell slice

Get ahead this weekend and make this indulgent, freezable treat, perfect for pud or with a cup of tea

Salmon rillettes

A little like a salmon terrine, this dish is terrific with homemade bread, served as a starter

Chicken tikka skewers

This breezy dish is perfect for the grill or barbecue – and it’s low-calorie too

Sesame & chilli pancakes with tzatziki

A tempting and tasty gluten-free option for your party guests. These are a little like small blinis

Fig & prosciutto pizzettas

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Impress when entertaining with these mini pizzas topped with creamy mozzarella, sweet fruit and salty Italian ham

Blackberry & lemon mess

Everybody loves traditional strawberry Eton mess, but blackberries also work beautifully with homemade meringue and luscious lemon cream

Spiced plum & blackberry crumble

Showcase fruit in a piping hot, oat-topped crumble delicately flavoured with cinnamon and star anise

Orange polenta cake

Give your dessert an Italian flavour with this moist and fruity polenta cake