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

Smoked haddock and leek chowder with cheddar dumplings

Swap the haddock for any smoked white fish, or use oily fish, such as salmon or trout in this chowder. It’s topped with moreish cheddar dumplings

Boiled potatoes

Master the art of boiled potatoes to enjoy with your favourite mains. These are tossed in flaky sea salt and butter then finished with chopped parsley

One-pot chicken biryani

Enjoy all the flavour and comfort of biryani, with just one pot to wash. It’s a quick, fragrant and flavour-packed iftaar meal at Ramadan, or any time

Tomato and lentil soup with sizzled onions and tahini yogurt

Tuck into this soup that’s like a hug in a bowl, packed with earthy flavours. Don’t skip the onions and tahini yogurt – they balance everything beautifully

Ranch dressing

Make a homemade version of ranch dressing to serve over a crunchy green salad. It can also double as a dip for chicken nuggets and crudités