Proper beef, ale & mushroom pie

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Escape to your kitchen this weekend and make this comfort food classic – it's well worth the effort

Spiced home-cured salmon

Ever the versatile fish, this fresh, no-cook salmon starter can be made a few days ahead

Winter root mash with buttery crumbs

A little bit of this winter root mash goes a long way – make it a day ahead and cut the stress on Christmas Day

Classic roast chicken & gravy

What more can we say? The classic roast chicken is something everyone should know and can always save the day

Harissa chicken traybake with peppers & feta

Roast up some chicken with North African spices and storecupboard peppers for a great last-minute supper

From-the-freezer Yorkies

You can’t have a roast dinner without Yorkshire puddings! These fluffy, crispy beauties can be made ahead and frozen

Simple summer pudding

Try this healthy, fruity summer pud – a good source of vitamin C

Apple, pear & cherry compote

Great as an easy dessert for Sunday lunch, then use for breakfasts and midweek puds

Hasselback potato gratin

A Scandinavian bake with herbs and butter – cutting the spuds really thin helps them to crisp up nicely

Carbonara cabbage

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Give your side dish an Italian twist by mixing tender Savoy with smoked bacon, garlic, cream and Parmesan