Raspberry red velvet cake

Puréed fruit imparts much of the colouring in this rosy hued cake, that combines raspberries, cocoa and a good helping of cream cheese frosting

Aubergine & goat’s cheese salad with mint-chilli dressing

Packed with punchy flavours, this vegetarian main course salad contrasts earthy goat’s cheese with tangy dressing and roasted vegetables

Rice noodle & turkey salad with lime-chilli dressing

Lean turkey mince is low in fat – serve with noodles, vegetables, herbs and a Vietnamese-style vinaigrette for a low-calorie lunch

Japanese noodles with sesame dressing

Soba noodles keep you fuller for longer – serve with sugar snap peas, peppers, cucumber and a tahini sauce for a nutrient-packed supper

Potato curry with lime & cucumber raita

This colourful Indian dish with a refreshing yoghurt sauce is great for vegetarians, or try serving to meat eaters with lightly spiced lamb

Dill scones with smoked salmon & cucumber relish

Savoury scones are a great alternative to burger buns or bagels

Easy vanilla cake

A moist cake drenched with vanilla syrup. Use as the basis for a range of fabulous celebration cakes

Indian spiced barbecued lamb

Yogurt-based marinades create a delicious thin crust when they char, so are ideal for barbecues

Lamb kebabs with peppery lime marinade

Team these tangy kebabs with a tossed salad and enjoy a spicy supper

Slow-roast Persian lamb with pomegranate salad

This sweet, meltingly-tender lamb makes a show-stopping dinner party dish

Tom’s orange & poppyseed cake

Why not turn this cake into a dessert?

Roast beef with caramelised onion gravy

Rare roast topside is the ultimate centrepiece – make it extra special with Marmite and sweet onion gravy