Venetian duck ragu

Cinnamon adds complexity to this slow-cooked pasta sauce, which goes perfectly with large tubular paccheri pasta, or ribbons of pappardelle

Pilchard puttanesca

Raid the storecupboard and knock up this tomato-based Italian pasta supper in twenty minutes.

Slow-cooked porridge

Put this oaty breakfast into your slow cooker before bed and wake up to a bowl of creamy comfort in the morning. Add your favourite toppings

Frozen banana yogurt

This no-churn frozen dessert is a great alternative to ice cream. Serve topped with crunchy banana chips

Maryland chicken

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This Southern-spiced roast chicken dish is served with buttery mashed sweet potatoes with a secret ingredient – banana

Beef, potato & banana curry with cashew rice

Banana and tamarind add a rich sweetness to this slow-cooked spice pot with nutty basmati and coconut sauce

Beef & lentil cottage pie with cauliflower & potato topping

Try a new topping for your comforting bake by adding cauliflower and a little cheddar cheese – there’ll be some leftover for a second meal, too

Easy pesto lasagne

This vegetarian bake from reader Lucy Nanor is packed with spinach and peas along with creamy pesto and mascarpone sauce

Herby chicken & butter bean soup

This rustic, chunky soup uses up leftover roast chicken and is packed with flavour from fresh rosemary, sage and thyme

Violet creams

Try wooing someone with this romantic dessert based on the classic chocolate treats. Add crystallised roses and violets for a pretty finish

Thai prawn & peanut noodle soup

Try this punchy aromatic broth that’s packed with Asian spice and fresh flavours – top with nuts and chilli to your liking

Sussex puddle pudding

This twist on a classic steamed pud has a sweet sponge topping with a puddle of sticky lemon sauce underneath. Finish with a splash of cream