How to make polenta

Minimise the stress of catering for a crowd by prepping this crispy polenta base ahead of a party, then finishing on the night with three delicious toppings

Gruyere & caramelised onion pretzels

Rustle up these cheesy pretzels to serve on their own or with soup. They take a little effort, but warm, freshly baked cheesy pretzels are always worth it

Feta & lamb meatball bake

Rustle up this lamb meatball bake for an easy weeknight dinner. It’s also smart enough for entertaining served with a green salad on the side

Prawn ravioli & spinach lasagne

Use shop-bought prawn ravioli to make this creamy, layered pasta bake with tomatoes and spinach – on the table in just 35 minutes

Onion bhaji board

Tuck into this sharing board with family and friends, with a mixture of onion bhajis, green chutney, cucumber raita, pomegranate salad and mini poppadoms

Reindeer peanut butter thumbprint cookies

Bake a batch of these sweet reindeer cookies on Christmas Eve to leave out for Santa. Kids will love helping out and adding Rudolph’s jammy red nose!

Green bean casserole

Make this easy green bean and mushroom casserole as a side to accompany a main course. You could add cheese to the white sauce if you like

Thanksgiving stuffing

Get set for a Thanksgiving feast and bake this special stuffing for the celebration. You can make it with any stale bread, but sourdough works well

Kipper pâté

Use our recipes for polenta, potato or toast canapé bases to make these kipper pâté canapés. They make perfect party nibbles to serve a crowd at Christmas

Harissa & shallot one-pot rice with aubergine & turmeric yogurt

Turn rice into a hearty and delicious meal with the addition of roasted aubergines and harissa. Top with a turmeric yogurt and our spicy parsley salad

Tomato & sardine orzo with olive gremolata

Use two hero ingredients – canned fish and dried pasta – in this weeknight winner which takes 30 minutes to make. You can add more or less chilli to taste

Charred hispi cabbage & sausage pasta

Have cabbage and sausages in the fridge? Here’s a delicious way to combine all them into this storecupboard saviour that’s perfect for busy weeknights