Spicy tiffin eggs

A Scotch egg recipe that uses spiced carrots in place of meat so vegetarians need not miss out on this picnic classic

Sticky malt loaves

There’s something very satisfying about a cup of tea with a slice of buttered malt loaf – this simple, good-for-you version makes two and improves on keeping

Low-fat chicken biryani

This fragrant Indian chicken curry with rice topping has half the fat of your normal takeaway, and it’s low calorie

Tomato & cucumber raita

An authentic Indian yogurt dip with tomato, cucumber, cumin and fresh chopped coriander to cool down curries

Chunky chips with caramelised onion & garlic

Gordon's take on the perfect chips to serve with steak

Summer fruit drizzle cake

Sarah Cook’s scrummy cake is really easy and versatile – use whatever fruit you like, and you’ll make it again and again

Moroccan-style chicken stew

Stay on track with this low-fat supper that’s on the table in half an hour

Cuddly egg men

A decoration and breakfast treat in one – please hungry kids with these baked eggs and homemade bread men, they’ll enjoy making them too!

Salmon noodle soup

This wholesome noodle soup is low fat, heart healthy and packed full of tasty ingredients

Spotted dick

Steam a traditional fruity sponge pudding with suet, citrus zest and currants then serve in thick slices with hot custard