Bread & butter pudding

Transform a stale loaf into this comforting, traditional British dessert, layered up with a rich vanilla custard, dried fruit and lemon zest

Salmorejo – Rustic tomato soup with olive oil & bread

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This deep-flavoured soup originates from Andalucía in southern Spain and is served cold, spiked with cumin and sherry vinegar

Bread & butter pickles

These homemade sliced gherkins are addictively sweet and salty – make a batch and enjoy in burgers, salads, or with cold meats

Courgette, dill & feta breads

These easy to bake rolls are delicious stuffed with your favourite sandwich fillings for picnics, buffets or just as a snack

Courgette & cheddar soda bread

This simple loaf is easy to make but big on flavour and texture, with mature cheese, grated courgettes, oats and thyme

Crusty garlic bread

Get the kids in the kitchen to make this simple side dish – pop any extra garlic butter into the fridge or freezer for a busy weeknight

Wild garlic butter on music paper bread

This delicate, super-thin bread is inspired by a Sardinian classic, carta di musica – serve with flavoured butter for a special starter or side

Easy sourdough bread

Don't be daunted by making a sourdough bread starter at home – this easy, overnight version makes a lovely loaf

Monkey bread

This American, pull-apart sweet treat is sticky, spiced and stuffed with pecans – an indulgent breakfast, brunch or dessert to share

Chunky ciabatta bread sauce with clotted cream

Leave the crusts on the bread for ease and less waste, then add clotted cream for a luxuriously rich sauce to spoon onto your Christmas dinner

Smoked mackerel chowder with hedgehog garlic bread

Whip up this budget-friendly, creamy fish soup and easy garlic loaf using smoked mackerel and a few store cupboard ingredients

Spaghetti with chilli prawns, salami & gremolata breadcrumbs

Sautée red chillies with garlic, fennel seeds and tomatoes for a delicious and easy pasta sauce base – finish with crunchy parsley breadcrumbs