Strawberry & pistachio baklava sundae

Use a tub of shop-bought pistachio ice cream as the base for this summertime sundae made with baklava, pistachios and fresh strawberries

Chocolate & peanut butter sundae

Save time and use shop-bought vanilla ice cream to make a stunning ice cream sundae flavoured with crunchy peanut butter and dark chocolate

Prawn, black bean & avocado salad with hot sauce & lime dressing

Toss together king prawns, black beans, chopped avocado, cucumber and cherry tomatoes in a hot sauce and lime dressing to make this zingy summer salad

Cherry & soured cream slab pie

Make the most of juicy cherries in summer with this classic dessert – the soured cream perfectly balances the sweet fruit. Serve just warm with a dollop of clotted cream

Rotisserie chicken, roasted red pepper & anchovy platter

Use a rotisserie chicken as a base for this easy platter. Enjoy with mozzarella and roasted peppers then serve with crusty bread for soaking up the juices

Pepper & halloumi pide

Try this Turkish street food using a shop-bought bread mix for ease. Topped with spiced halloumi and peppers, it’s a tasty lunch to make for the family

Quick Japanese-style rice salad

Use up leftover rice to make a salad packed with prawns, edamame beans, radish, cucumber, avocado and spring onions, tossed in a mirin and ginger dressing

Charcuterie board

Serve up a summer version of a sharing platter with baked cheese in the centre and plenty of nibbles alongside. Enjoy al fresco with friends and drinks

Green goddess cabbage salad

Serve this hearty green cabbage salad with smoked trout, prawns or chicken. Alternatively, swap for falafel, halloumi or marinated tofu for a veggie main

Blueberry & almond galette

Give past-their-best blueberries a chance to shine in this almond galette. Serve cut into wedges with vanilla ice cream for an easy family dessert