Gingery Christmas cake

A good glug of ginger wine makes this cake a little different from the norm. It’s also lighter than its predecessors, so you can have two pieces!

Red, white & blue jellies

These glamorous, summery Independence Day jellies really
capture the occasion

Twice-baked potatoes with goat’s cheese

A brilliant combination of creamy mash
stuffed into crisp baked potato shells

Christmas spiced red cabbage

This classic side can be made up to two days in advance. For maximum flavour, cook the cabbage down really well over a low heat until it’s really sticky

Fast fish pie

This is a winner for midweek meals, as you can make double and freeze one whole pie, so that you’ve always got an emergency supper ready to reheat

Lemon potted crab

A delicious seafood dish, ready in 10 minutes

Tortilla & bean salad

Try a sensational Latin salad

Quick cottage pie

A quick cottage pie that uses low-fat buttermilk in the mash

Real tomato soup

Creamy tomato soup is the stuff of childhood, and it’s easy to make yourself. Emma Lewis shows you how

Mini chicken pies

These tasty savoury treats are ideal for summer picnics