Simple seafood platter

Raid your local fishmongers for a selection to suit your budget and you have an instant impressive starter

Rudolph’s snowball carrot muffins

Get the children to create their own Christmas magic with these fluffy muffins, perfect for Rudolph and Santa

Shimmering forest cake

Get the kids to help create this winter wonderland – just make sure you have enough Smarties to nibble on!

Classic winter fruitcake

This festive icing is easy to use, looks amazing and makes a lighter end to a meal. The perfect centrepiece for Christmas tea

New potato & smoked haddock crush

New potatoes are usually treated as a side dish, but crushing them with smoky fish turns them into a delicious starter or lunch

Cherry cheesecake slice

An impressive looking dessert that is easy to serve – perfect for dinner parties and occasions

Green goddess salad

A fresh green salad to accompany any meal – and it counts as one of your 5 a day too

Watercress & chicken stir-fry

Forget packet sauces, this will give you a real taste of the orient.

Strawberry cheesecake crunchies

A wonderful fuss-free dinner party dessert

Mexican chilli chicken

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A great spicy supper that can be made in advance