Wild mushroom risotto

Mushrooms lend risotto a new edge and make a perfect side for any spicy dish, from London’s Zaika restaurant

Summery cheese on toast

Perfect for a cheeky late supper

Crunchy feta & mint salad

Perfect for a healthy lunch – add toasted almonds or walnuts for extra crunch

Baked salmon & aubergine cannelloni

Oven-cooked pasta dishes are perfect for an informal meal with friends, especially when you can freeze it ahead

Pistachio & cranberry cookies

These crunchy, fruit & nut biscuits are sure to be a family favourite – make ahead and freeze, or wrap up for the perfect homemade gift

Baked sweet potatoes & beans

A superhealthy supper that’s perfect for a busy weeknight, try making double the beans and freezing for next time

Creamy curried carrot & butter bean soup

A smooth blended vegetable soup with Indian spice to leave simmering for hours – perfect for feeding a crowd

Basic shortcrust pastry

Learn how to make perfect shortcrust pastry every time with our easy recipe. For best results, make sure the butter is cold

Orange, oat & sultana cookies

Cookies don’t have to be a guilty pleasure – these tasty treats from Leiths School of Food and Wine are superhealthy

Healthy fish & chips with tartare sauce

A perfectly healthy Friday night special meal for two, fish and chips

Roasted swede with parmesan

Make these chips as the perfect accompaniment to fish and also haggis. You might want to make extra, as these will be gobbled up in no time

Thai beef stir-fry

A no fuss shopping list and super-quick to prepare, the perfect after work meal