Ultimate risotto primavera

We consulted no less than three great Italian cooks to come up with this classic spring vegetable risotto

Gentlemen’s relish & scrambled eggs

Gentleman’s Relish is a classic salty anchovy paste – it makes a great partner for buttery scrambled eggs.

Full English frittata with smoky beans

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This healthy baked omelette with classic fry up ingredients is versatile enough for brunch or supper

Pot-roast guinea fowl with cabbage & bacon

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This classic French dish makes a lovely meal for two, with enough for lunch the next day

Dark & squidgy chocolate torte

This dessert is dark and dense, but not so rich it defeats you. It freezes brilliantly too

Christmas spiced red cabbage

This classic side can be made up to two days in advance. For maximum flavour, cook the cabbage down really well over a low heat until it’s really sticky

Herby slashed roasties

A much-less-fiddly version of classic Hasselback potatoes which are healthy yet totally tasty too

Sara’s chilli con carne

Ideal for entertaining families with kids, this classic chilli dish is quick, hassle-free and great to have in the freezer

Steak with chunky chips & horseradish cream

Treat yourself with a classic chargrilled beef steak, potato chips and a hot mustardy sauce

Foolproof chocolate & coffee fondants

Gooey chocolate puds are a restaurant classic and mastering this show-off dessert is a lot easier than you think

The ultimate makeover: Salmon en croûte

Angela Nilsen makes a super healthy version of the classic pastry wrapped fish parcel without losing the wow factor

Baked raspberry & lemon cheesecake

A rich and creamy baked cheesecake that makes a great dinner party dessert