Easy sourdough bread

Don't be daunted by making a sourdough bread starter at home – this easy, overnight version makes a lovely loaf

Cheese & pesto whirls

These herby tear-and-share bread rolls have mozzarella and sun-dried tomatoes baked into them – perfect for a picnic or for dipping into soup

Salted caramel brownies

Take indulgent, fudgy chocolate brownies to the next level with a layer of salted caramel running through the centre of each bite

Monkey bread

This American, pull-apart sweet treat is sticky, spiced and stuffed with pecans – an indulgent breakfast, brunch or dessert to share

Luscious lemon baked cheesecake

A simple but very impressive pud, light enough to have a slice to finish a big meal

Little rose & almond cupcakes

Pretty as a picture, but dead simple. Add a paper flag and these will double as place names or favours at a wedding

Chocolate & orange fudge squares

Rich chocolate brownies with a light, carrot cake-style orange topping

Ultimate quiche Lorraine

The key to making the perfect quiche is simplicity, as you can see with this tasty recipe

Yummy scrummy carrot cake recipe

Delight friends with an afternoon tea that includes this easy carrot cake. You can bake the cake, freeze it and just drizzle over the icing on the day

Lemon & poppyseed cupcakes

These zesty cupcakes look so gorgeous you won't want to eat them, but once you start you won't be able to stop