Creamy parsnip & squash bake

Want to jazz up your traditional Christmas lunch, but still keep Gran happy? This is the one for you

Rhubarb, apple & ginger crunch trifle

Try making double the amount of fruit and oatmeal, and serving for breakfast with yogurt

Double-baked cheddar soufflés

You can cook these several hours in advance, then re-bake just before serving

Lemony roast chicken pie

A pie that’s worth taking the time over, crisp shortcrust pastry filled with roasted chicken and a creamy onion and fennel sauce

Irish stew

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
The trick with this classic
one-pot is to use a cheaper cut of meat,
which means you’ll skimp on price but
not quality

Strawberries & cream layer

Turn strawberries and cream into a pudding to remember with the simple addition of puff pastry sheets

Reggae reggae nachos

These nachos are a great crowd-pleaser, perfect for sharing with friends over a cocktail

Sticky banana & maple cake

This childhood favourite is sticky, indulgent and completely moreish

Carrot & sesame burgers

Burgers are always a barbecue staple, and these sesame-scented ones can be dressed up or down

Swede dauphinoise

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Give a classic French gratin dauphinoise a great British twist. Use swede instead of potatoes and if you don't like anchovies, add bacon lardons

Beef & beetroot curry

This vibrant purple root adds a welcome dash of colour and some healthy nutrients to an Indian spice pot

Marmalade muffins

These craggy individual cupcakes are filled with oats, citrus and a melting middle – they’re low-fat too