Enjoy this simple spinach side dish with Spanish-style chicken dishes. Toasted almonds work well, too

Celebrate tomatoes – even better if they’re homegrown – with this juicy coconut curry, that brings plenty of colour and flavour to your plate

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Whip up this classic Italian vegetable soup with a rich tomato base and pasta. It’s low in calories and packed with fibre and vitamin C

Catering for guests with different diets or tastes? These mac ‘n’ cheese bites are ideal party food. From mushrooms to olives, top with whatever you like

Make this dairy-, gluten-, nut- and egg-free Christmas cake. This is a festive cake for everyone, and the best part is, no one will ever guess it’s free-from!

Rustle up some egg-free choc chip cookies for a treat and add cocoa, if you like, to make chocolate versions. They’re ideal if you follow an egg-free diet

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Stuffing and wrapping chicken breasts works brilliantly for entertaining, letting you get most of the work done before any of your guests arrive

Middle Eastern pomegranate molasses gives this salad a delicious tang

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Cater for everyone at your party with this healthy canapé of paprika dip and Spanish sausage – it’s gluten and dairy-free

New potatoes are usually treated as a side dish, but crushing them with smoky fish turns them into a delicious starter or lunch