Slow-roast chicken with homemade gravy

This can’t-go-wrong roast chicken makes a great meal for Mother’s Day – the kids can get involved too

Simple coconut & bean soup

This vegetarian meal in a bowl shows how something delicious can be made from mostly storecupboard ingredients

Tender duck legs with baby turnips

A classic combination, if you have never tried braised duck, get ready for a great melt-in-the-mouth meal

Broccoli lemon chicken with cashews

A superhealthy meal for two – full of vitamin C. You could use ordinary broccoli instead of tender stem

Sugar-crusted bara brith

Bara brith (literally ‘speckled bread’) is a tea-time classic, and it seems that almost every Welsh town and every family has their own recipe

Chickpeas with tomatoes & spinach

For a great night in, whip up this warming meal, serve with a bit of naan and get comfy on the sofa

One-pot chicken & chickpea pilau

A super-fast superhealthy meal – chicken and chickpea pilau made in just one pot

Hot & sour broth with prawns

This healthy starter takes just 15 minutes to make and is a cleansing way to kick off a Chinese meal

Ham, leek & potato pie

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Use up leftover ham in this family dish – add some celery sticks or other veg to the sauce too, if you like

Cheese, bacon & onion puff

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Bake a basic batter mixture with a few added ingredients for a simple family supper

Sizzled lamb with Mexican salsa

Mary Cadogan creates a tangy duo for the barbie that’s perfect to serve friends and family alike

Red flannel hash

A great way of turning a side order of beetroot into filling a main meal or a great brunch.