Layered aubergine & lentil bake

Puy lentils bulk out this low-calorie vegetarian bake with mozzarella cheese, tomato and basil sauce and roasted aubergines

Roasted pepper linguine with crisp crumbs

A good-for-you vegetarian pasta served with roasted peppers, tangy green olives, sweet basil and chilli breadcrumbs

Butternut ricotta tart with fiery rocket salad

A sheet of ready-rolled puff pastry makes for a simple speedy supper- we top ours with cream cheese, sage, nutmeg and squash

Chicken & sweet potato curry

This Indian spice pot flavoured with korma paste is mild enough for kids- the sweet potato stretches it a little further

Cauliflower & bacon pasta

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Cauliflower and macaroni cheese in one pasta bake? This family-friendly gratin is comforting and filling

Smoked haddock & sweetcorn chowder with herby garlic bread

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This creamy fish soup with corn and potato will warm you up – serve with buttery homemade garlic baguette and plenty of parsley

Turkey burgers with sweet potato chips

Turkey thigh mince is a lean but flavoursome meat- shape into patties with cheese and spring onions, and serve in healthier wholemeal buns

Baked artichoke dip

Reader Margaret Cody shares her moreish party dish- the creamy vegetarian filling baked into a round loaf will go down a storm with guests

Kipper pâté

Whizz up sustainable smoked fish with horseradish, lemon and cream cheese, plus a little spinach for colour, then serve with toast as a light starter

Summer fruit quinoa salad

Jazz up this good-for-you grain with some stone fruits like apricots, peaches and nectarines- add a little mint and parsley for colour and flavour