Blueberry cake

Bake this simple blueberry cake when you’re craving something sweet. This easy, fruity bake uses natural yogurt to keep the sponge moist and squidgy

Peach cheesecake

This stunning cheesecake uses tinned peaches, meringue and a lattice pastry top to create a mouth-watering sharing dessert

Strawberry crumble buns

Celebrate strawberry season with these moreish crumble buns. These eye-catching desserts are perfect for summer and make an impressive sweet treat

Parmentier potatoes

Serve parmentier potatoes instead of chips or roasties for a more elegant side. This is a classic dish flavoured with rosemary and garlic, and it’s easy to make

Mini victoria sponges

Make these bite-sized victoria sponges for a special afternoon tea or birthday celebration. Choose your favourite jam for the filling, then add whipped cream

Royal summer trifle

Wow a crowd with this fruity trifle. It serves 10, making it ideal as a sharing dessert for an al fresco party to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

Steak sarnies with sticky onions & blue cheese

Enjoy the classic combination of steak and blue cheese on delicious sourdough for a simple but special lunch

Fish finger hot dogs

A twist on a classic fish finger sandwich the whole family will love. Try Paul AInsworth’s trick of lightly salting the cod to firm it up before cooking – it’s a game-changer

Jaffa cakes

Take the classic snack of jaffa cakes to another level by making a homemade version with marmalade-spiked orange jelly and rich dark chocolate

Affogato chocolate pots

Whip up these coffee-laced chocolate pots in advance of entertaining. They’re easy to make but the flavours are pure sophistication

Lemon & blueberry cheesecake tart

Combine the classic flavours of lemon and blueberries with a creamy cheesecake-inspired filling for this tart. It only takes 20 minutes to bake

Dark chocolate, orange & ginger bara brith

Try a twist on bara brith – the classic Welsh teacake – made with chocolate, orange and ginger. It’s perfect for celebrating St David’s Day