Family meals: Chicken & veg casserole

A Spanish-style one-pot stew flavoured with paprika and cumin that'll be a hit with children and adults alike

Family meals: Mild chicken curry

A mildly-spiced curry with a rich yogurt sauce that will appeal to adults and children alike

Family meals: Easy fish pie recipe

A simple fish pie recipe that’s quick and easy to prepare. Portion into ramekins and freeze for quick toddler meals or cook in a big dish for the perfect family supper

Family meals: Easy lamb tagine

Sweet juicy apricots and tender butternut squash are a winner with kids and make for a delicious Middle Eastern family meal for toddlers through to teens and beyond

Family meals: Easy fish cakes

These freezable and simple-to-make fish patties are ideal as a family meal or can be made and frozen individually as a quick last-minute kids supper, from toddlers to teens

Sandham family mincemeat

A real treat. Associate food editor, Barney Desmazery, has had this recipe in his family for 100 years

Tandoori-style lamb chops

Enjoy these Tandoori-inspired lamb chops with warm naans and chutney. It’s a perfect meal to mark Eid, the Festival of Breaking the Fast following Ramadan

Air fryer keema samosas

Enjoy these keema samosas made with lamb or beef mince. They make a great dish to mark Eid, the Festival of Breaking the Fast following Ramadan

Doggie ice cream

Make this easy treat to keep your pooch cool on a hot day. It’s made using just three ingredients – banana, peanut butter and natural yogurt

Pecan tassies

These are a family favorite and also make a great alternative to mince pies at Christmas

Spiced rice & beans

Serve this spicy rice and beans as a side dish to grilled meats and salads. It’s great as part of a big feast to share with family and friends

Slow cooker honey garlic chicken

Swap the noodles for steamed white rice if you prefer, and if you like a bit of heat, add more chilli flakes or use a fresh chilli instead