Vanilla party cake

Cover the light buttery sponge of this classic celebration cake with silky-smooth meringue buttercream and colourful edible polka dots

Passion loaf with coconut cream cheese icing

This cake is a cross between a carrot and a banana cake, with pineapple thrown in for juicy sweetness – a lovely light dessert or teatime treat

Black & white brownies

Improve the classic brownie with gooey chocolate batter topped with a creamy cheesecake mixture for a striking marbled effect

Hot mocha puddings

It only takes a few minutes to mix, microwave and top these hot chocolate puds with ice cream for a rich, indulgent dessert

Korean crusted roast lamb

The crust on this roast leg of lamb is based on a Korean barbecue marinade called bulgogi – perfect for a Sunday roast with a difference

Chocolate-dipped cardamom fudge

Buttery fudge is spiked with fragrant cardamom then dipped in dark chocolate – sprinkle with freeze-dried raspberries for extra flavour

Chicken schnitzel with coleslaw

Chicken breasts are tenderised, covered in breadcrumbs and fried until golden and crispy. A dinner that kids will love cooking and eating.

Spaghetti alle vongole

This simple version of an Italian classic combines spaghetti or linguine with clams for an elegant seafood pasta dish that's sure to impress

Lamb & aubergine pastitsio

This cheesy, Greek inspired one-pot stretches out lamb mince with lots of veggies and filling pasta – perfect for cooking on a budget

Ricotta gnudi with sage butter

These light Italian dumplings, made from fine semolina, ricotta and nutmeg, make an elegant dinner party starter