Plum & ginger tart

A quick but impressive autumnal tart, made using ready-made puff pastry to keep life simple

Couscous fritters with feta

A new way to serve couscous for a tasty mid-week meal

Aïoli

A creamy garlic hit, a perfect dip for steamed spring vegetables

Party vol-au-vents

Use our foolproof recipe for retro puff pastry cases then pack them high with savoury fillings for a party canapé

Basic biscuit dough

This simple recipe for cookie dough can be adapted to suit your tastes- experiment with different shapes and flavours

Banbury cakes

The Banbury cake reigns in the Midlands. Try this quick recipe for a teatime treat, lovely with a cup of Earl Grey

Squash & sage pithivier

This simple pie for one makes a great veggie option for Christmas Day – make as many as you need and freeze ahead

Hazelnut & Baileys meringue cake

A fantastic combination of sweet nutty meringue, fresh cream and tart raspberries

Bramble marshmallows

Good Food reader Natasha Lee gives marshmallows a seasonal twist by adding blackberries, for a sweet, homemade gift

Apple muffins with pecan topping

These muffins aren’t too sweet and are delicious warm with a slice of cheese

10-minute steak & noodle supper

A super-speedy beef and egg noodle dish – and one of our best ever stir-fries

Lemony prawn & pea pasta

A simple and flavoursome storecupboard prawn pasta dish that combines fresh flavours with quick cooking