Herby lamb burgers with beetroot mayo

Lamb and mint is a classic flavour combination, made even better with contrasting beetroot relish

Brussels sprouts with bacon & chestnuts

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

A classic Christmas combination – and it counts as 2 of your 5-a-day

Hazelnut meringue surprise

Britain’s Best Pud entrant, Imogen Bahl, stood out in the under-12 category with this sophisticated dessert

Guilt-free sticky toffee puds

A lighter version of the classic pudding – full of sticky dates and maple syrup. Yum

Sticky apple cups

These simple dessert cups are made in the microwave and are brilliant to use up leftover dates and prunes

Spicy cheese bites

Classic French nibbles that are devilishly moreish

Steak & caramelised onion sandwich

The classic snack gets an update – perfect for a Saturday night on, or during barbecue season

Poached apricots with rosewater

This low-fat, simple dessert combines tender fruit and fragrant syrup

Best ever tiramisu

This super simple Italian dessert actually benefits from being made ahead, allowing all the lovely flavours to mingle

Superhealthy slaw

Coleslaw is a classic, simple side dish and can be made healthier by packing in more veg and omitting mayo

Oaty nutty apple crumble

A brilliant cheat’s dessert, this fruit bake is super-quick and its store cupboard ingredients make it thrifty too

Melon granita

Cool off with this refreshing dessert