Simple crab bruschetta

This easy Spring starter is perfect for the beginnings of an Easter feast. Thick slices of sourdough, crab and crunchy radishes make a fresh, zesty starter

Hot cross scones

Simpler than bread-based hot cross buns, these basic scones are an easy win for teatime with kids. They work just as well without the currants, if you prefer

Roasted purple sprouting broccoli with feta & preserved lemon

This broccoli and feta dish makes a great vegetarian starter with a pinch of warming chilli. The preserved lemon yogurt is seriously addictive

Grilled sea trout, prosciutto, samphire & lentils

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

Grilled sea trout pairs well with seasonal samphire and lightly seasoned lemony lentils. This fresh fish main course is simple and ready in 20 minutes

Lamb with warm potato & olive salad

This restaurant-standard dish is simple to make but worthy of any dinner party. Cooking the lamb this way stops it drying out and gives it a subtle flavour

Rustic oat & treacle soda bread

This simple, yeast-free Irish bread is delicious with soup or cheese. For a darker loaf, you can use an extra spoonful of treacle in place of the honey

Spiced roast cauliflower with herby rice

A stunning vegan main that's easy to prepare and looks the part on the plate. Roasting the cauliflower brings out the earthy flavours of the vegetable

Green salmon with pineapple & tamarind salad

Pineapple and salmon may seem like an unlikely combination, but the sweet and sharp tang of the fruit perfectly complements the oily, spicy fish

Tandoori trout

Oily fish such as trout is a great source of vitamin D, so why not serve up this spicy fillet with a cooling chutney? A healthy main meal the whole family can enjoy

Purple sprouting broccoli with preserved lemon dip

A lemony dressing goes perfectly with this fresh spring side dish of purple sprouting broccoli with Greek yogurt, a sprinkling of chilli and fresh herbs

Amaretti muffins

These simple gluten-free muffins are full to bursting with crunchy amaretti biscuits and creamy Greek yogurt for a light-textured sponge. Perfect with a cuppa

Aubergine curry with lamb cutlets

A showstopping family curry, perfect for a special occasion. Pair the chunky spiced aubergine and turmeric-coated lamb cutlets with rice and cooling yogurt