Cheeseboard mac ’n’ cheese with cracker breadcrumbs

Use whatever odds and ends of cheese you have for this dish – blue cheese, gruyère and camembert all work well. It’s a great way to use up leftovers

Blackberry, lemon & mascarpone croissant pudding

Make blackberries the star of the show in this summery twist on a bread and butter pudding. Blackberries vary in sweetness, so try one before cooking and adjust the sugar accordingly

Chocolate chip & pecan butternut bread

Love banana bread? You’ll love this butternut bread, which is really more of a cake. The squash provides sweetness while keeping the texture dense and squidgy

Smoky vegan ‘chicken’ & chickpea wraps

Use vegan ‘chicken’ pieces to make these wraps fully plant-based. Enjoy with our homemade guacamole for a tasty and filling family-friendly meal

Katsu aubergine noodles

Use lentil noodles in this dish for extra protein, or swap for rice if you prefer. The ginger really makes the recipe, so don’t be tempted to use less

Peach & raspberry almond crumble cake

Enjoy the summery flavours of peach and raspberry in this gorgeous traybake. Cherries or rhubarb would also work well, but you can use whatever’s in season

Beetroot bucatini

Be amazed at how the beetroot turns the pasta a majestic ruby red in this creamy, vibrant dish. It’s enough to convince anyone that beetroot is incredible. Add the sauce to anything from salads to pizza and pasta. This is one of my favourite dishes from my book, You Can Cook This!.

Strawberries & cream bread & butter pudding

Try this summery twist on a classic pudding packed with juicy strawberries, or swap for your seasonal berry of choice

Elote (Mexican street corn) pasta bake

Try this twist on a pasta bake, inspired by the flavours of Mexican street-food favourite elote – charred corn cobs topped with mayonnaise, cheese, herbs and chillies

Meatball cowboy pie

Feed the family with this twist on a comforting cowboy pie, combining meatballs with BBQ sauce, baked beans, and mashed potatoes

Horchata

Cool down with this rice and almond-based drink, popular across Spain and Portugal. It’s gently spiced with cinnamon and vanilla, and served over ice

Vegan naan

Make a vegan version of naan to enjoy with your favourite meat-free Indian dishes using a dairy-free, plant-based block instead of ghee