Pasta with ham & minty pea pesto

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Serve your choice of pasta with ham and a vivid green sauce made from peas, mint and crème fraîche

Dorset sausage pasties

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
These pasties are perfect for dunking into soup – you can make them in advance too

Sara’s chilli con carne

Ideal for entertaining families with kids, this classic chilli dish is quick, hassle-free and great to have in the freezer

Steak with chunky chips & horseradish cream

Treat yourself with a classic chargrilled beef steak, potato chips and a hot mustardy sauce

Choc & ginger dippers

Have some leftover gingerbread dough? Bake it into biscuit fingers for dunking into hot drinks after a meal

Herby asparagus & bacon tart

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
An open puff pastry pie of seasonal greens, mint, chives and parsley with a creamy mascarpone base

Caramelised onion & bacon tart

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Use a packet bread mix and some semolina to create a pizza-style base for this irresistible tart

Buttered carrots

Braise your new-season vegetables in rich butter with a sprinkle of sugar to bring out the sweetness

Foolproof chocolate & coffee fondants

Gooey chocolate puds are a restaurant classic and mastering this show-off dessert is a lot easier than you think

Apricot & almond crumble

A fresh spin on the traditional pudding, this nutty, fruity crumble is great for a dinner party or Sunday lunch