Steamed sea bass with black bean sauce

Chinese meals don’t need to be eaten out of a takeaway carton – this special fish dish makes a smart dinner for two

Prawn & melon salad

Tom Kime’s prawn salad make a great starter for a summer dinner party

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

Waterfall beef salad

This healthy salad is eaten as lettuce parcels, with the ingredients served in bowls so everyone can help themselves

Squash gnocchi

This hearty vegetarian main course, or quick family supper, is healthy as well as delicious

Cantonese steeped chicken

Prepare this Chinese meal ahead to enjoy a relaxed dinner with friends – it’s served at room temperature

Sweet potato salad

This simple healthy salad of baked potato chunks makes a great alternative to mayonnaise-based versions

Mini banoffee pies

Go retro with this easy and ever-popular dessert that's been given a smart dinner party makeover

Lighter lemon drizzle cake

Angela Nilsen gives one of our site’s most popular cakes the ultimate healthy makeover by reducing fat

Roasted tomato, basil & Parmesan quiche

A taste of summer, this quiche is full of Italian flavours and is perfect for dinner in the garden

Spiced meringues with coffee-soaked prunes

The mixed spice in the meringues and plump, juicy prunes give a Christmassy flavour to this budget dinner party dessert