Pear & chocolate mini Pavlovas

These dinky Pavlovas look fantastic and are popular with all the family – and they’re great to prepare ahead if you’re short of time

Smoked fish & cherry tomato rarebit

Any kind of white-fleshed fish will do for this divine recipe – it’s a great family dish to make

Cooking with kids: Fajitas

Mexican wraps to get the whole family in the kitchen – fill flour tortillas with marinated chicken and peppers

Cottage pie bake

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
The combination of braised beef and cheesy mashed potatoes will always be a family favourite

Selection of summer sandwiches

Keep the whole family happy this summer with a delicious spread of summer sandwiches

Homemade gingerbread cottage

A step-by-step guide to making and assembling a beautiful gingerbread house complete with snow-capped roof and pretty piping – a great family project

Real chicken nuggets with smoky BBQ sauce

Oven-baked not fried – but still crispy thanks to a secret ingredient. Serve with homemade relish for a family meal

Ultimate apple pie

A traditional, comforting dish where simplicity is the key to success – one for all the family

Steamed sea bass with black bean sauce

Chinese meals don’t need to be eaten out of a takeaway carton – this special fish dish makes a smart dinner for two

Rice & peas with mango chicken

Affordable, tasty and filling, this Lesley Waters dish will become a family favourite

Squash gnocchi

This hearty vegetarian main course, or quick family supper, is healthy as well as delicious

Rhubarb & strawberry cobbler with orange cream

If crumble is a winner with your family, try this – it’s a little different but just as delicious