Roast plum duck puffs

Dumplings and puffs like this represent
nuggets of gold – perfect for celebrating Chinese New Year

Coconut-ice marshmallows

A sweet shop version of the squidgy squares, flavoured with coconut liqueur – one for the grown-ups

Mini meatloaves

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
An updated retro favourite that makes a cheap and easy family meal

Ham & tomato Stromboli

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This pizza-style bread will feed a crowd for lunch

Hot little Christmas cakes

Forgotten to make your Christmas pud? These speedy cakes are the perfect alternative

Farmhouse blackberry & apple pie

A comforting pudding using fresh late summer produce

Refreshing lychee & lime sorbet

Turn a can of lychees into a no-fat fragrant dessert. A perfect ending to many meals

Easiest ever lasagne

Lesley Waters shows how easy it is for kids to try their hand in the kitchen

Peppermint candy biscuits

These heart-shaped cookies with a crunchy mint filling are fun for children to make and give as a present

Chocolate pecan fondants

These indulgent puds are great to freeze so you’ll always have something to whip out for unexpected guests

Sugar-dusted wedding cookies

An English, shortbread-based version of the classic Mexican wedding cookie – perfect for homemade wedding favours

Sausage & noodle stir-fry

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Forget sausage rolls, wrap your hands around a bowl of meatballs and steaming noodles, pepped up with a sticky sauce of orange and soy