Bone broth

Packed with nutrients for healthy bones, hair and nails, this soup is made with selenium and zinc-rich chicken bones and antioxidant-rich coriander

Lighter aubergine Parmigiana

We’ve baked the aubergines and used creamy ricotta in this healthy version of Parmigiana di melanzane – far lower in fat and calories than the original

Courgette & tahini dip

Serve this thick, moreish dip of roasted courgettes and Greek yogurt with crudités or flatbread as part of a Lebanese meze spread

Aubergine salad

This colourful Lebanese salad of roasted aubergine, peppers, pomegranate and a sweet and spicy dressing makes a mouth-watering treat for two

Spicy merguez & couscous pot

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Pack up this spicy sausage stew as part of a hearty lunch – simply heat in the microwave for a filling midday meal

Turkey, bacon & avocado mini bagels

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Pack up a hearty lunch to look forward to – fill bagels with leftover turkey or chicken, crispy bacon and creamy mashed avocado

Nutty cinnamon & yogurt dipper

Mix nut butter with creamy Greek yogurt and spice for a super simple lunchbox snack that kids will love – serve with apples or vegetable sticks

Tomato kachumber

This Indian chopped salad makes a fresh and flavourful addition to a sharing or buffet spread with tangy red onion, cumin and coriander

Cinnamon-scented plum jam

This delicately spiced jam is a gorgeous way to preserve the taste of autumn fruits – delicious spread on hot buttered toast or teacakes

Maple-roasted marrow on cavolo nero salad

Drizzle marrow with maple syrup and garlic, then top with crunchy hazelnuts and breadcrumbs for a comforting yet healthy vegetarian dish

Roasted beetroot with za’atar, chickpeas & harissa yogurt

This light coating of Middle Eastern spice adds flavour to earthy roasted beetroot – a satisfying vegetarian supper for two

Fig, raspberry & cardamom pie

An unusual fruit filling, complemented by Middle-Eastern flavours of rosewater and cardamom, makes for an impressive dinner party dessert