Summer berry terrine

A refreshing and colourful dinner party desert

Wintry vegetable crumbles

This warming vegetarian crumble can be made and frozen ahead for a cosy dinner with friends

Thai chicken soup

Create a mouth-watering chicken soup with leftovers from your roast lunch

Malai kofta with spicy gravy

This North Indian dish is often served at Diwali and makes the perfect dinner party dish.

Winter cobb salad

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Use up leftover chicken from your Sunday roast in this satisfying salad

Easy gooseberry cobbler

This low-fat and satisfying cobbler is the perfect way to end a roast lunch with friends in summer

Marjoram-scented crème caramel with chilled rhubarb crumble

This stylish make-ahead dessert by Great British Menu’s Glynn Purnell is the perfect way to end a sophisticated dinner party

Polenta & goat’s cheese stacks

This show-stopping vegetarian main will dazzle dinner party guests and it’s special enough to serve on Christmas Day

Spiced baked figs with ginger mascarpone

This dish makes the perfect ending to a relaxed dinner party, special yet stress-free

Grilled Mediterranean veg with bean mash

Getting tired of roast veg with couscous or pasta? Try mashed beans for a cheap, healthy alternative

Artichoke focaccia

Inject the taste of Italy into your picnics and al fresco dinner parties with this irresistibly moreish focaccia

Somerset Pomona, apple & almond cake

This simple cake makes a great dinner treat or serve with cream for a filling dessert