Last minute Christmas cake

Missed out on Stir-up Sunday? This traditional Christmas cake can be ready in an afternoon – ideal for when you’re short on time to make a Christmas dessert

Harissa mackerel fishcakes with agrodolce red peppers & garlic yogurt

Use storecupboard stars harissa, white miso, sundried tomato paste and crispy chilli oil to make these moreish fishcakes and balance the budget

Sloppy joes

Give ground beef a makeover with this favorite dinner. The saucy, savory filling can be adapted to your taste.

Sesame spiced swede noodles

The humble swede is an underrated veg, and the punchy spices in this recipe complement its natural sweetness. Any leftover swede is great served in a salad the next day

Turkey gravy

This easy turkey gravy can be made a few days ahead, or you can freeze it for up to a month

‘Marry me’ chicken meatball orzo

Give the favourite ‘Marry Me’ chicken a vibrant twist with lemony meatballs and orzo. Spring greens provide bite, but you could add spinach if you prefer

Pecan pie

Make this traditional Thanksgiving dessert for a celebratory dinner party. Our classic pecan pie recipe is best served with whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream

Salted crunchy apple & ginger cobbler

Craving a comforting dessert? Make this apple & ginger cobbler and serve with ice cream. The filling can be made in advance – just add the topping and bake

Sizzled leek & red leicester soda bread

Slather slices of this cheese and leek soda bread with salted butter and serve with your soup of choice to brighten a gloomy wintery day

Spiced roasted carrot wraps with whipped feta

This recipe lets seasonal carrots shine roasted and piled onto flatbreads with whipped feta, chopped pistachios with a cabbage and red onion salad