Tender duck legs with baby turnips

A classic combination, if you have never tried braised duck, get ready for a great melt-in-the-mouth meal

Spinach & green bean salad

This salad is quick and simple to prepare, and goes beautifully with fish – you can prepare most of it ahead, too

Griddled leeks with hazelnut dressing

A light, citrussy vegetarian starter – it’s just as good at room temperature if you don’t want to do last-minute griddling

Makhani dhal

Dhal, made from lentils, peas or beans, is
eaten all over India, with bread or rice

Homemade cornettos

A summer’s day isn’t complete without an ice cream – try this homemade version of a childhood favourite

Cod Provençal

Gordon cooks a one-pan dish for two that has all the flavours of the sun-drenched south of France

Mediterranean salmon fillet

Salmon stuffed with Mediterranean flavours, this light, healthy spring lunch is made to share with friends

Lemony crumbed turkey with broccoli-bean smash

Kids can help make these crispy breadcrumbed goujons with butter bean mash, greens, vine tomatoes and pesto

Wholewheat pasta with broccoli & almonds

Brown spaghetti keeps you fuller for longer – team it with healthy greens flavoured with garlic, chilli and lemon

Balsamic blueberries with vanilla ice cream

Poaching blueberries really brings out their
flavour, especially with a dash of balsamic
vinegar