Smoky beef stew

Enjoy this simple stew for dinner, then pack into boxes to keep you going for lunches

Crisp chicken bites

Summer holidays often mean kids friends are round for dinner, make sure there’s something in the freezer with these yummy bites

Smoked salmon & avocado terrines

A light, elegant make-ahead starter to ease you into the Christmas Day blow-out, or to kick off a dinner party menu

Tangy fennel & rocket salad

This crunchy salad tastes really fresh
and light – try it with a simple roast

Smashed celeriac

This seasonal side dish goes beautifully with a roast, alongside sausages instead of mash or with baked meaty fish like pollack or hake

Crunchy potatoes with dill & onions

Roasties packed with flavour, and they’re good for you too… try them with slow-roast lamb

Crispy neeps ‘n’ tatties cake

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This Scottish take on a rösti goes well with game, duck breast or roast chicken

Make-ahead mushroom soufflés

A soufflé to start always gives your dinner party a ‘wow’ factor and this make-ahead recipe gives you more time to be the perfect host

Sticky clementine & ginger puddings

These sweet little puddings make terrific dinner party desserts, or you can make one big one for the family

Marsala-soused peaches

This sophisticated, simple and foolproof dessert will impress your dinner party guests. By Silvana Franco

Griddled peaches with prosciutto & blue cheese

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A delicious, fruity dinner party starter

White choc & cardamom mousses

These sophisticated mousses are a breeze to make and a great dinner party dessert