Chocolate traybake

This American-style chocolate traybake is super-easy, can be prepared in advance and cuts into even portions. It’s perfect for birthday parties or bake sales

Bay leaf creams

Add the slightly sweet, slightly spicy bay-leaf flavour to elevate this simple custard to an elegant, innovative dessert. Make the bay leaf creams at least the day before you want to eat them, to allow the flavour to infuse

Aubergine & goat’s cheese salad with mint-chilli dressing

Packed with punchy flavours, this vegetarian main course salad contrasts earthy goat’s cheese with tangy dressing and roasted vegetables

Chilli beef with broccoli & oyster sauce

Marinate a cheaper cut like rump steak to tenderise the meat then stir fry with vegetables and rich Chinese flavours

Leek, mushroom & gruyère quiche

A favourite of Good Food's associate food ed, this quiche just had to be on the site. Perfect comfort food

Buffalo wings with blue cheese dip

These American-style crisp chicken pieces are the perfect laid-back food to share, great for a movie night

Lamb & feta burgers with minty yogurt

Delicately spiced morsels with a cooling yogurt dip – perfect party food

Sweet party bites

Add a bit of glamour to your party with these sweet yet sophisticated party bites

Savoury party bites

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Impressive, quick and easy nibbles to serve at parties or with drinks

Mini salmon & dill puffs

Ideal for a crowd and perfect for preparing ahead, these little pastry bites make a stylish canapé