DIY British beef crostini

Elegant yet full-flavoured, guests will love putting together these bites – make the beef and crème fraîche topping in advance to get ahead

Layered hummus with spiced tortilla chips

Entertain a crowd with this attractive chickpea dip – make the hummus and herby oil ahead, then assemble at the last minute

Tarator-style salmon

Salmon fillets are topped with walnuts, parsley, sumac onion and hummus in this Middle Eastern inspired fish dish

Salmon fish finger sandwich

Try this gourmet take on a classic with homemade salmon fish fingers, finished with a good dollop of tangy tartar sauce

Poached salmon with tarragon

Lightly poach salmon fillets and serve with creamy green beans and baby new potatoes for a light meal

Glazed sesame salmon

Add a punch to omega-3 rich salmon fillets with this tangy glaze – sprinkle with sesame seeds for added crunch and texture

Mushroom-in-the-hole

This hearty twist on toad-in-the-hole will please vegetarians and meat-eaters alike – serve with onion gravy for the ultimate comfort food

Coconut & lime fish

Bake white fish in an aromatic paste of chilli, ginger, coriander, lime and creamed coconut, for a quick, Asian-inspired midweek meal

Creamy cider & sausage braise with apples & mash

Pan-fry apples and onions with cider for a fresh take on the classic sausage and mash, made extra creamy with crème fraîche

Warm chicken & ciabatta salad

Pan-fry chicken and ciabatta chunks, then toss with red cabbage, red onion and pomegranate seeds in this easy and attractive dish