• Sautéed potatoes with bacon lardons & persillade

    Sautéed potatoes with bacon lardons & persillade

    Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

    This fabulous French side dish of pan-fried potatoes and salty smoked bacon is finished with garlic and herbs, and pairs perfectly with roast meats and poultry

    Easy
  • Tarte tatin

    Tarte tatin

    Dark and sticky caramel, sweet apples and crisp pastry combine to make this heavenly French dessert, and with Raymond Blanc's recipe you can make it to perfection every time

    A challenge
  • Red wine jelly

    Red wine jelly

    This rich preserve is delicious in baking, spread on toast or served with cold meats over the festive season

    Easy
  • Chinon apple tarts

    Chinon apple tarts

    These little French tarts are wonderfully buttery and crisp, glazed with a red wine jelly – the perfect end to a special supper for two

    More effort
  • Almond-topped mince pies

    Almond-topped mince pies

    These festive favourites are encased in a rich, sweet shortcrust pastry and finished off with a frangipane topping that livens up every bite

    Easy
  • Microwave bacon & bean casserole

    Microwave bacon & bean casserole

    Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

    Eating alone doesn't have to mean boring baked beans on toast – turn them into a rich stew instead in under 15 minutes

    Easy
  • Plum crumble cake

    Plum crumble cake

    This sumptuous seasonal bake is topped with halved plums or apricots and a buttery crumble topping – serve as a pudding or cake

    Easy
  • Coconut Nice

    Coconut Nice

    Upgrade the classic Nice biscuit with a coconut cream icing and desiccated coconut topping – they’re vegan, too

    Easy
  • Cinnamon-scented plum jam

    Cinnamon-scented plum jam

    This delicately spiced jam is a gorgeous way to preserve the taste of autumn fruits – delicious spread on hot buttered toast or teacakes

    Easy
  • Baguettes

    Baguettes

    Make fresh, French bread at home with this simple recipe – an overnight starter called a poolish gives a golden crust and chewy middle.

    More effort
  • Peppery kohlrabi slaw

    Peppery kohlrabi slaw

    With crunchy kohlrabi, horseradish and spring greens, this coleslaw is quick enough for everyday, yet unusual enough to impress guests

    Easy