Thai shredded chicken & runner bean salad

This low-fat yet satisfying salad is full of authentic Asian flavour and will add plenty of zing to al fresco dining

Big egg, bacon & bean salad

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A substantial ‘almost-Niçoise’ that goes with just about anything, and won’t get soggy on the way to the picnic

Watermelon & feta salad with crispbread

A cool, refreshing combo for warm summer evenings

Pissaladière

This is a gorgeous oniony tart made like a pizza – it makes a great starter or lunch, hot or cold.

Foccaccia rolls

Team these rustic bread rolls with a selection of antipasti or your favourite Italian fare

Triple ginger & spice cake

If you're looking for a slice with spice, try this deliciously moist and sticky ginger cake

Mediterranean feta salad with pomegranate dressing

Middle Eastern pomegranate molasses gives this salad a delicious tang

Bistro runner bean salad

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Runner beans are usually just treated as a side dish, but in this main-meal salad they get a starring role

Chocoholic’s Christmas pudding

Wow. A definite crowd pleaser – chocolate mousse hidden by a layer of chocolate sponge, covered with the best chocolate topping we’ve ever tasted

Marinated lamb steaks with paprika roast tomatoes & butterbean smash

Everyone will love these juicy lamb steaks teamed with new-age mash in this recipe by Silvana Franco

Smoked salmon & bean dip with crispy pittas

The pittas become crunchy in the oven making them unbelievably moreish

Asian-style baked onions, potatoes & sweet potatoes

Do something different with veg and try our Asian-style onions, sweet potatoes and potatoes