Herby roast chicken with garlic lemon toasts

Crunchy lemon toasts make an unusual addition to this succulent family weekend dish

Smoked trout & cucumber open sandwiches

This fresh and healthy lunchtime filler is ready in a flash

Easy pea & mint soup

This chilled, no-cook dish makes a refreshing starter

Creamy bread & onion sauce

A delicious necessity for any turkey roast

Crushed raspberry creams

Barney Desmazery’s tasty berry dessert is both creamy and low in fat – no cooking needed

Garlic bread toasts

A simple rustic side dish

Luscious lemon pudding with summer berries

You'll have most of the ingredients for this sumptuous pudding in your cupboard and fridge already. A great recipe for kids to help with

Grape jelly

This slightly tart, vibrant red jelly makes a lovely change from the usual jams

Sesame chicken with soy dip

Liven up chicken breasts with an easy crunchy coating and serve with an Oriental-style dipping sauce

Squash, ricotta & sage pasta bake

An impressive but simple veggie main course – perfect with a green salad on the side