Passion layer torte

Get ahead for a dinner party or celebration with this indulgent, fruity cake which can be frozen for up to 2 months

Squidgy chocolate pear pudding

This hot, gooey chocolate pud, with dark chocolate and canned pears, can be made ahead and frozen – a perfect no-fuss dinner party dessert

Lime semifreddo cheesecake

This attractive frozen dessert can be made ahead and frozen for up to 3 months – perfect to get ahead for a Christmas dinner party

Savoy cabbage with shallots & fennel seeds

Soften shallots before stir-frying with cabbage and fennel seeds for a low fat, healthy side dish – perfect with a hearty roast dinner

Sprouts with crispy prosciutto

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Dress simply steamed or boiled Brussels sprouts with butter, lemon and crispy prosciutto for a gluten-free side dish for a festive dinner

Steamed leeks & peas with herby vinaigrette

Honey, mustard and herbs add flavour to simple steamed vegetables – a healthy side dish that’s low fat and easy to make in just 15 minutes

Mustard Yorkies

Fluffy Yorkshire puddings are a comfort food classic, perfect as a side for roast dinner – give yours a kick with wholegrain mustard

Devil pigs on horseback

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Pigs in blankets meet Devils on horseback in this combo – perfect as a side with Christmas dinner or Sunday roast, or as a party canapé

Beef fillet with horseradish & prosciutto

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Wrapping this alternative Christmas roast or Sunday dinner in ham adds flavour and protects the meat, resulting in a really tender cut of beef

Bay & bacon roast turkey with make-ahead gravy

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Try this delicious way to prepare the Christmas bird, with bay leaves, lemon and stuffing – perfect flavours to compliment your festive dinner

Chestnut & shallot tatins with mushroom & madeira sauce

Take puff pastry and top with banana shallots and ready-cooked chestnuts for these stylish vegetarian tarts – a great dinner party starter

Griddled lettuce & peas

This quick and healthy side dish makes the perfect accompaniment to salmon, white fish, chicken and lamb