Corn chowder with garlic croûtons

Warming, tasty, filling – just ideal when friends or family pop round unannounced

Curried vegetable broth

A classic vegetable broth with a spicy twist, the perfect warmer for a cold night

Lentil, carrot & ham salad

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Use pulses as the base for your sweet mustard-dressed salad to create a healthy lunch that’s full of fibre and vitamin C

Cranberry & orange meringue pie

The creamy, citrus filling in this pie contrasts wonderfully with the sweet, fluffy meringue – a sure-fire showstopper

Rhubarb & rose custard creams with crystallised petals

A creamy individual set pudding pot with pink, sweet fruit and edible flower petals for a pretty finish

Dundee cake

A famous traditional Scottish fruitcake with cherries, sultanas and almonds, and a sweet glaze

Chocolate praline pancake cake

If you like a sweet chocolate filling for your pancake you’ll love this indulgent fondant cake with deep, rich sauce

Warm squash & rocket salad with garlic vinaigrette

This gutsy vegetarian dish lifts the humble pumpkin with a sweet dressing and creamy cheese

Wintry vegetable crumbles

This warming vegetarian crumble can be made and frozen ahead for a cosy dinner with friends

Homemade fish finger sarnie

Fish fingers are not just a childhood freezer favourite – make yours with homemade chips for a nostalgic and superhealthy supper

Turkey & ham salad

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A sweet, low fat salad great for using up festive leftovers. Make it different with our tip to make it meat-free

Raspberry Bakewell slice

Get ahead this weekend and make this indulgent, freezable treat, perfect for pud or with a cup of tea