Cheesecake bombe with summer fruits

This summery pudding is deliciously light, although it’s hard to believe there’s no cream in it!

Ultimate kedgeree

There are a million versions of kedgeree, but we reckon this is the best and easiest of the lot

Spring salad with watercress dressing

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Savour all the flavours of an Italian spring with this salad with a British twist

Villa Valentina’s potato gnocchi

Authentic, light-as-a-feather gnocchi from Italy

Smoked haddock chowder

A rich, smoky satisfying soup that can be made in advance and frozen until needed – it’s easily doubled too

Meatballs with vine tomato sauce

Get the kids to help you make these simple meatballs, or make them up in advance – great for Hallowe'en

Soy-glazed beef

Give beef a boost with this delicious soy marinade

Fish cakes with vegetables

For an authentic flavour try Ken Hom’s fish cakes with vegetables, straight from the markets of Hong Kong

Provençal tart

Enjoy summery Mediterranean flavours with this tomato, olive and aubergine tart from Tony Tobin

Chunky chilli wraps

Impress your friends with a tasy chilli supper