Springtime minestrone

This simple soup makes the most of Spring veg and will become a favourite standby for a quick lunch or supper

Leek & bacon soup

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This flavoursome and filling soup will warm you from top to toe, perfect for a rainy weekday night

Mini Mont Blancs

This sweet chestnut, cream and chocolate tart filling is perfect spooned into pre-baked tartlet cases for a no-bake alternative to mince pies

Mini meatball sliders

Serve American-style mini burgers with Italian meatballs, barbecue sauce and cheddar cheese

Brie & cranberry twists

Get creative with filo pastry and serve up stylish canapés, with creamy French cheese and sweet fruit

Carrots with pine nuts, raisins & parsley

Bring out the sweetness of carrots with dried fruit, add texture with pine nuts and finish with fresh herbs

Bean & pepper chilli

Use your choice of storecupboard pulses in this healthy vegetarian one-pot

Veg & cheesy rice bake

Use risotto rice with melty cheddar as a topping for this vegetarian cottage pie-style batch bake with aubergines and courgettes

Celeriac, cavolo nero & bacon mash

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A new take on champ using Italian kale-like cabbage, bacon and celeriac, a versatile root that’s lighter than potato

One-pan simple summer chicken

Throw potatoes, courgettes and a whole garlic bulb in with chicken thighs then oven bake for a simple all-in-one supper