Pork meatballs with bulgur salad, feta & mint

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims/non-pork eaters.

Meatballs with a low fat content can often be dry, but adding grated carrot and onion not only moistens them, it adds flavour and texture

Flourless chocolate & almond cake

This dense, squidgy chocolate and almond cake is perfect for dessert. It’s gluten-free – just ensure your cocoa powder and chocolate are, too

Spiced prawn cocktail subs

Forget boring sandwiches at a picnic – pack these prawn cocktail subs instead. If you’re travelling, assemble them when you get there so they’re super-fresh (see tip below)

Tomato & coconut curry

Celebrate tomatoes – even better if they’re homegrown – with this juicy coconut curry, that brings plenty of colour and flavour to your plate

Spinach & cheese pide

Make our version of Turkish pide with spinach and goat’s cheese, ideal for a light lunch or picnic. Pide are boat-shaped flatbreads that are filled and baked

Spinach filo spiral pie

These impressive-looking spinach filo spirals are deceptively easy to make. A take on Greek spanakopita, serve with a side salad for a weekend lunch

Slow-cooked vine tomatoes with garlic

Enjoy slow-cooked vine tomatoes with garlic as a summer side dish. Woody herbs like thyme, rosemary or bay can also be added to flavour the oil

Gluten-free chocolate cake

Make a dense, rich chocolate cake for a special occasion or anytime treat. While suitable for those following a gluten-free diet, it will prove a hit with everyone

Cacio e pepe

Whip up a simple cacio e pepe for a speedy lunch. With four simple ingredients – spaghetti, pepper, parmesan and butter – this is a storecupboard favourite

Roast peppers with ‘jammy’ eggs & almond & parsley dressing

Cook up a speedy lunch of roast peppers with soft eggs, served with an almond and parsley dressing. Enjoy with crusty bread

Crispy coconut prawn & mango salad

Add some zing to your day with this fresh and fruity crispy coconut prawn and mango salad. Full of flavour and colour, it’s sure to brighten up lunch

Pasta alla norma

Try this easy version of an alla norma, which uses roast aubergine instead of fried. It’s then tossed with spaghetti and a rich tomato and basil sauce