Spicy tiffin eggs

A Scotch egg recipe that uses spiced carrots in place of meat so vegetarians need not miss out on this picnic classic

Cuddly egg men

A decoration and breakfast treat in one – please hungry kids with these baked eggs and homemade bread men, they’ll enjoy making them too!

Easy fluffy scones

These are the business – light but with a nice crusty outside

Sausage, bean & cheese pasties

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Only five ingredients and perfect for freezing ahead, these tasty pasties make a very handy stand-by

Double choc shortbreads

These sweet treats will go down a storm at your next bake sale, and cost only around 15p each to make

Syrupy plums with pistachio meringues

This is doubly sticky – gooey, mallowy meringue, hiding under a crisp crust, is paired with syrupy plums

Christmas spiced friands

These light cakes may just be the perfect pudding after an enormous Christmas dinner

Mushroom, shallot & squash pie

A hearty vegetarian main dish that will keep in the freezer for up to two months

Melty mushroom Wellingtons

This smart all-in-one vegetarian main is perfect for entertaining on winter nights

Caramel soufflés with caramel sauce

Soufflés are always an after-dinner winner, and these saucy caramel treats are no exception

Grilled baby onions with cream & basil

Add tender, creamy baby onions to your roast beef this Sunday for a taste of comfort food heaven

Duck & spring onion noodles

An indulgent combination of noodles, duck and Chinese vegetables that’s on the table in less than half an hour