Family meals: Chicken & veg casserole

A Spanish-style one-pot stew flavoured with paprika and cumin that'll be a hit with children and adults alike

Family meals: Mild chicken curry

A mildly-spiced curry with a rich yogurt sauce that will appeal to adults and children alike

Family meals: Easy fish pie recipe

A simple fish pie recipe that’s quick and easy to prepare. Portion into ramekins and freeze for quick toddler meals or cook in a big dish for the perfect family supper

Family meals: Easy lamb tagine

Sweet juicy apricots and tender butternut squash are a winner with kids and make for a delicious Middle Eastern family meal for toddlers through to teens and beyond

Family meals: Easy fish cakes

These freezable and simple-to-make fish patties are ideal as a family meal or can be made and frozen individually as a quick last-minute kids supper, from toddlers to teens

Sandham family mincemeat

A real treat. Associate food editor, Barney Desmazery, has had this recipe in his family for 100 years

Pecan tassies

These are a family favorite and also make a great alternative to mince pies at Christmas

Spiced rice & beans

Serve this spicy rice and beans as a side dish to grilled meats and salads. It’s great as part of a big feast to share with family and friends

Keema shakshuka

Try this spin on shakshuka using lamb or beef mince. It’s a hearty dinner and a good way to break the fast during Ramadan

Alpine-style cheesy cabbage gratin

Serve this cabbage gratin alongside a Sunday roast and it will soon become a family favourite. If you like, you can swap the emmental or gruyère for comté

Creamy mushroom chicken

Need some comfort on a chilly evening? Enjoy this creamy mushroom chicken with pasta, potatoes or rice for an easy midweek meal the whole family will love

Air fryer chicken drumsticks

Use your trusty air fryer to make these quick and easy chicken drumsticks flavoured with garlic, herbs and chilli. Enjoy with your favourite sides