Smoky aubergine tagine with lemon & apricots

A fragrant tagine is perfect for summer entertaining, lighter than stew but just as satisfying with meaty aubergines and aromatic spices

Sweet pepperonata salad

Drizzle colourful roasted peppers with a tangy honey dressing to make this vibrant side dish – the ideal offering to take to a barbecue or buffet

Baked tomato, gruyère & potato gratin

Layer up sliced potatoes and tomatoes with a cheesy, creamy sauce, then top with walnuts and breadcrumbs for a vegetarian bake

Buttermilk fried chicken

Follow this step-by-step recipe for foolproof fried chicken – dip in buttermilk batter for a golden, seasoned crust and sweet, tender chicken

Mango Pisco sour

Sweet, sour and summery – this fruity Peruvian cocktail is made with fresh mango and root ginger

Bicyclette cocktail

This white wine cocktail is made with the classic bitter, Campari – add wedges of lemon for a refreshing fruity hit

Ham hock burgers

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Pile burger buns high with ready-cooked ham and a fennel, apple and cabbage slaw for a speedy midweek dinner

Nutty watercress pesto

An easy, versatile sauce of herbs, Brazil nuts and cheese – perfect added to pasta or spiralized courgetti for a quick meal

Charred aubergine salad with sugar-spice onions

This exotic spiced salad combines griddled aubergines and lentils, studded with crunchy cashews and juicy pomegranate seeds

Peanut butter cookies

With just three ingredients, these simple peanut butter cookies will delight kids and grown-ups alike – and they're gluten-free, too