Pine nut & honey tart

This make-ahead tart is the ultimate finale for a festive buffet – just make sure you have enough as guests may well want seconds

Marsala-soused peaches

This sophisticated, simple and foolproof dessert will impress your dinner party guests. By Silvana Franco

Tangy trout with a simple garden salad

This tasty and versatile fish gets a lemony makeover and makes a great treat for one

Almond & cinnamon rice

A delicately flavoured rice, perfect with fish. Recipe from Raymond Blanc

Healthier risotto primavera

Angela Nilsen works her magic on this favourite Italian rice dish, making it low-fat and nourishing

Blackberry jam

Make this easy blackberry jam with your glut of summer fruit – perfect with fresh white bread. Use jam sugar (with added pectin) to make sure it sets properly

Salmon with mustardy celeriac mash

If beauty is skin deep, then celeriac is a case in point – and it’s delicious when served as a creamy mash

Glazed chicken over winter mash

A healthy family chicken meal to keep you warm in the winter months – it’s low in fat too

White choc & cardamom mousses

These sophisticated mousses are a breeze to make and a great dinner party dessert

Red onion & Indian-spiced hummus

A hummus is a perfect starter for sharing. This one is spiked with gentle spices, guaranteed to rouse the senses

Easy hummus recipe

A smooth blended chickpea dip with tahini and garlic that's versatile and good for you, this easy hummus makes a great snack or lunch

Slow-roast lamb with cinnamon, fennel & citrus

For lamb that will melt in your mouth and surprise your palate, follow Sarah Cook's easy recipe