Gingerbread granola

Prep a batch of this spiced granola to make breakfast feel a bit more special over the holidays. Serve with milk or yogurt and sliced clementines

Prawn ravioli & spinach lasagne

Use shop-bought prawn ravioli to make this creamy, layered pasta bake with tomatoes and spinach – on the table in just 35 minutes

Dubai chocolate dates

Transform trending Dubai chocolate flavours and textures, including crisp kadayif (shredded filo) pastry and pistachio-tahini cream, into an edible gift with these chocolate-dipped dates

Green bean casserole

Make this easy green bean and mushroom casserole as a side to accompany a main course. You could add cheese to the white sauce if you like

Chorizo & greens warm salad

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims/non-pork eaters.

Use shortcut ingredients like roasted peppers and a pouch of cooked grains to bring this chorizo and kale salad together in minutes. It’s an ideal midweek meal

Christmas tree cakes

Get your kids in the kitchen to help decorate a festive Christmas tree cake. This clever recipe makes two ‘trees’ from just one sponge, so once it’s cooled, you can go head-to-head on the decorating!

Thanksgiving stuffing

Get set for a Thanksgiving feast and bake this special stuffing for the celebration. You can make it with any stale bread, but sourdough works well

Parsnip & miso soup with sesame croutons

Pair sweet parsnips with savoury miso to make this winter warmer, then top with the crispy croutons and natural yogurt and serve with some crusty bread

Dubai-style hot chocolate

Transform trendy Dubai-style chocolate into a hot chocolate with the help of pistachios. It makes a luxurious drink for one on cold winter nights

Perfect mashed potatoes

Make this smooth and silky mash for the perfect side. It incorporates clever substitutions to reduce fat and calories, while remaining comfortingly creamy