Light & fruity Christmas pud

An irresistibly tipsy passion fruit and Cointreau-laced pud that steams in half the time of a traditional Christmas pudding

Battenberg cake

Sarah Cook’s traditional Battenberg cake is a delicious project for an afternoon in the kitchen

Pea, mint & goat’s cheese quiche

Spreading the peas on the base creates two separate layers, which looks attractive and adds an element of surprise when you cut it

Dressed allotment salad

This late-summer salad makes use of veg you can easily grow yourself

Chocolate amaretti puddings

A dream pudding that words can’t explain. Make it for yourself and share it if you can!

Artichoke, bacon & cheese tart

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Perfect for lunch or a light supper with a tomato or leaf salad – make your own pastry if you like

Fresh spinach & anchovy tart

This sophisticated quiche is easily smart enough for a dinner party

Mild chilli & bean pasta bake

Whip up a healthy chilli and bean pasta meal that's full of fibre and vitamin B

Chocolate owl cake

A fun chocolate birthday cake decorated with buttons, biscuits and marzipan – bound to be a hit with young children

Raspberry spice cake

A show-stopping layer cake of moist buttermilk sponge, jam, berries and cream cheese frosting – a real centrepiece

Cappuccino cake

Coffee mornings were made for this moreish cappuccino cake, and it’s ready in under an hour

Walnut & coffee gateau

MasterChef judge Gregg Wallace shares his recipe for a classic cake – it’s much easier than it looks