Speedy sweet potato soup with coconut

A soup that’s ready in 20 minutes – yes, it’s that quick. So put that tin opener away

Deli pasta salad

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Simple storecupboard pasta salad with sunny Mediterranean flavours

Nice ‘n’ spicy savoury rice

Introduce children to spices by getting them to cook this easy rice dish

Summer pudding

This quintessentially British pud, packed with juicy summer berries, is so much easier than it looks, perfect for beginners

Easy vanilla ice cream

A traditional creamy and cold treat – eat on its own, or dollop on apple pie

Chocolate, fruit & clementine Christmas pudding

This child-friendly pud by reader Julie Prior is a classic twist on the traditional Christmas pudding

Roasted aubergine, tomato & basil pasta

Fast and filling, this pasta dish will bring a hint of the Mediterranean to your mealtime

Roast rack of lamb with rosemary

Simple and impressive, this dish is perfect for a dinner party

No-bake orange cheesecake

This is an easy cheesecake for kids to prepare ahead for Mother’s Day, with a little help from Dad

Root vegetable mash

Mash doesn’t have to be all about potatoes. This superhealthy side adds swede and carrots to the mix for a veggie treat