Crusty cheddar pies

This recipe has been designed to be made ahead and frozen – a family-friendly batch pie, with cheesy mashed potato atop hidden broccoli, leeks and celery

Chicken liver & chorizo open sandwich

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

A thrifty, speedy supper for two – allow time for the Spanish sausage to add its paprika flavour to the creamy garlic and sherry sauce

Swede dauphinoise

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Give a classic French gratin dauphinoise a great British twist. Use swede instead of potatoes and if you don't like anchovies, add bacon lardons

Chorizo & pepper lasagne

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A new twist on a weeknight favourite – bake up spicy Spanish sausage in a tomato sauce with creamy white cheese sauce

Beef & bacon meatloaf

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Mix up your midweek dinner options and shape beef mince and smoked bacon lardons into a hearty loaf, topped with tangy onion marmalade

Best ever macaroni cheese with crunch crumb

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Need cheering up? This pasta bake features bacon and parmesan with a cheddar white sauce – a comfort food classic

Sherried squash soup

A good soup soon becomes a fail safe recipe for any occasion. You can always miss out the sherry if making for children

Leek, bacon & potato soup

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This soup keeps well in the fridge and is easy to freeze

Red cabbage & potato hash

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
With abundant brassicas, there’s often leftovers – create a hash brown-like breakfast dotted with apple and walnut

Speedy meatball stew

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Serve beef meatballs in a tomato casserole with garlic and rosemary and eat with pasta or crusty bread

Chicken, bacon & potato stew

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Chicken casserole is even better when slow-cooked for hours so you have a delicious dish to come home to

Cheesy sausage rolls

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Bake these comforting bread rolls in a muffin tin – they're filled with cheddar, bangers, spring onions and garlic butter