Herb & Parmesan risotto

Once you master the basics of risotto, the combinations are only limited by your imagination. This basic version will have you well on your way

Cauliflower cheese

Pop this classic side dish in the oven when you take your roast chicken out to rest, so there's no hot shelf juggling

Miso pollock with cucumber & spring onion salad

Swap cod for a sustainable white fish like pollock and serve with Japanese flavours for a low-calorie supper you’ll feel good about

Pumpkin soup

Whip up this easy pumpkin soup as a starter for a dinner party or a light supper when you need a bit of comfort – it has a lovely silky texture

Thai prawn, potato & vegetable curry

A fragrant Thai curry that can be prepared ahead and frozen for a future Friday night on the couch

Honey & black pepper partridge with roasted squash

This special autumnal main is simpler than it looks

Smoky butter beans & greens

This reassuringly simple dish is packed full of wholesome, smoky flavours

Pea & mint soup

A superhealthy starter or snack that's great hot or cold

Shortbread recipe

Bake these classic shortbread biscuits to wow a crowd. You only need four ingredients, but you can mix it up with lemon or orange zest, or try adding chopped pistachios

English summer salad

This is the simplest of summer dishes, with a beautiful assortment of summer herbs, lettuce and vegetables

Spiced red cabbage with prunes

Braised red cabbage with Christmassy flavours – a lovely addition to the festive table

Easy red wine gravy

Christmas just wouldn’t be the same without a full and flavoursome gravy on the table