English mustard sauce

A creamy accompaniment to roast meats, fish or salads, this tangy sauce contains shallots, bay leaves and white wine

Red wine risotto

Get your dinner party off to a great start with red wine risotto

Tomato & basil granita

An unusual and delicious dinner party starter

Blackcurrant cheesecake ice cream

Everyone will love this fruity creamy cheesecake ice cream, perfect for a summer dinner party

Steamed clams in saffron & spring green broth

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Upgrade this simple starter to a dinner party main with a splash of dry sherry and a bed of spaghetti

Rosemary & olive drop scones with goat’s cheese

Tasty pop-in-the-mouth nibbles to impress guests with before dinner

Passion fruit & coconut panna cotta

These elegant make-ahead desserts are ideal for a stress-free finale to a smart dinner

Smoky beef stew

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

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

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

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