Lamb & mango curry

You can’t beat a big hearty curry for a crowd. Serve this tomato-based spice pot with green chillies on the side for those who like things really spicy

Lentil & cauliflower curry

An earthy spice pot that’s low in fat and calories. Use your favourite curry paste along with mustard seeds, turmeric and coconut yogurt

Thai chicken parcel with sugar snap peas & rice

This Asian-inspired chicken dish is super-juicy and lean thanks to a simple steaming process salty, sweet and spicy Asian sauces

Low-fat turkey Bolognese

Swap your usual beef mince with turkey to reduce the fat content of this classic Italian sauce and serve with wholemeal pasta

Chicken & leek pot pies

Individual shortcrust pastry pies with chicken in a cheese, leek and chive sauce. Comfort food at its best.

Sausage minestrone

Bulk out this chunky vegetable soup with hearty sausage and cannellini beans, then serve with our tapenade ciabatta toasts

Golden pilaf with sizzling merguez

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Merguez sausages add some mild spice to this baked basmati rice dish with nuts and mint, but leave them off if you want to make it vegetarian

Iced choca-mocha terrine

This striking dessert is based on a classic tiramisu, but uses chocolate mini rolls as sponges, and is set in an ice cream loaf to be served in slices

Tasty make-ahead gravy

Make the base for this gravy up to two days ahead, then simply add your roasted meat juices and heat before serving

Creamy bread & shallot sauce

This hearty roast dinner accompaniment is flavoured with cloves, bay leaves and nutmeg- great with chicken or turkey and smothered in gravy

Coq au vin with garlic croissant puffs

This classic chicken casserole is brought up to date with clever snail-shaped swirls packed with garlic butter

Lemon & pepper mackerel pasta

Choose a wholemeal version of your favourite pasta shape and serve with this light but comforting fish mix