Hot cross bun cheesecakes

A creamy dessert that tastes exactly like your favourite Easter bake – the hot cross bun. Top with orange zest, juice and a drizzle of icing for the characteristic cross

Easter egg brownies

Loaded with chocolate eggs and chicks, this is the ultimate Easter centrepiece – an 'eggstra' special treat for afternoon tea or dessert

New potatoes with spinach & capers

Buttery new potatoes are a fantastic spring side to any dish, this zesty version with lemon, capers and greens offers a fresh and simple take

Warm pearl barley & roasted carrot salad with dill vinaigrette

This salad combines sweet carrots with the liquorice bite of a slightly acidic dressing and creamy blue cheese – a simple lunch or side dish

Breakfast bagel club

Salty, smoky and creamy, this made-in-minutes toasted bagel with cream cheese, smoked salmon and avocado is ideal for Sunday brunch

Lighter chicken Kiev

A chicken Kiev with nearly half the calories of the original creation but still juicy and full of flavour. Enjoy the tender chicken and buttery, garlicky filling

Chicken & chorizo paella

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Try swapping traditional seafood paella for a chicken and chorizo version –  a hearty family supper for four

Smoked salmon, cucumber, capers & soda bread

A crowd-pleasing, help-yourself starter. Take the bread out of the oven an hour before lunch and it'll still be warm when it hits the table

Saddle of lamb

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

A classic Easter favourite, this saddle of lamb is stuffed with crunchy shallots, garlic and pancetta for a depth of flavour guaranteed to please your guests

Chocolate pie with toffee sauce & coffee cream

More like a cheesecake than a tart, try this impressive and indulgent dessert that can be made ahead for easy entertaining

Easter chocolate mousse cake

A true chocolate showstopper for any Easter table. This gorgeous centrepiece has a flourless chocolate sponge base topped with rich chocolate mousse and a spun sugar nest

Avocado & smoked salmon spelt spaghetti

Spelt pasta lends this dish a lovely nutty flavour and is higher in fibre than regular pasta. Complete with smoked salmon and avocado tossed with lemon and parsley