• Green bean minestrone

    Green bean minestrone

    Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
    Using a selection of green vegetables gives this soup a summery feel and contrasting textures

    Easy
  • Coconut tart

    Coconut tart

    The filling of this tart ends up a like a gorgeous, sweet, coconut macaroon. Perfect with a dollop of whipped cream

    More effort
  • Devilled mushrooms

    Devilled mushrooms

    Bring out the devil in a dinner party with these spicy mushrooms

    Easy
  • Stollen wreath

    Stollen wreath

    BBC Good Food’s show-stealing December 08 cover recipe – perfect if you fancy a change from the usual Christmas cake

    More effort
  • Hot chocolate milkshakes

    Hot chocolate milkshakes

    Break 200g plain chocolate (I used 70% cocoa) into cubes and put into a pan with 600ml full-fat milk. Gently heat until the chocolate melts, then bring almost to the boil, whisking regularly until even and smooth. Can be made ahead, then chilled for up to 2 days. Re-heat if necessary, whisking, then ladle or pour into heatproof glasses or mugs. Top with scoops vanilla ice cream and mini marshmallows. Add a nip of rum or brandy for the adults, if you like.

    Easy
  • Malt chocolate cheesecake

    Malt chocolate cheesecake

    This crowd-pleasing dessert is made ahead, so all you have to do on the night is take it out of the fridge and bask in the glory

    Easy
  • Lemon kisses

    Lemon kisses

    Who could resist a kiss? These dainty melt-in-the-mouth biscuits make a scrumptious addition to an afternoon tea spread

    Easy