Witches’ brew (Pea & bacon chowder)

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

We love this soup all through the year, but it really comes into its own at Halloween – for obvious reasons!

Chinese roast duck with pancakes

Set out all the elements of this classic Chinese recipe on the table and let your guests help themselves

Steamed clams in saffron & spring green broth

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Upgrade this simple starter to a dinner party main with a splash of dry sherry and a bed of spaghetti

Rhubarb & custard cake

This recipe tastes even better with homegrown rhubarb

Sausage rolls

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Perk up your lunchbox with these party favourites, bound to be a hit with kids

Cabbage with bacon & roots

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Avoid tons of washing up by combining all your vegetables in one dish

Bacon & mushroom pasta

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A simple one-pan pasta dish with bacon, mushrooms and pesto – ready in under 30 minutes

Sticky thyme & mustard bacon chops

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
For a satisfying and quick winter supper, tuck into this with mash and greens

Simple snowflake cake

A simple, but sophisticated decoration for a homemade or bought cake – it’ll only take half an hour

Austrian hash

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Known as gröstl, this is bacon, onion and potato fry-up is a real hunger-stopper and great served with fried egg

Cheese, bacon & onion puff

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Bake a basic batter mixture with a few added ingredients for a simple family supper

Utterly foolproof rice

You can’t go wrong with Sara Buenfeld’s foolproof rice recipe