The ultimate makeover: Fish pie

This traditionally high-fat comfort food favourite has been transformed into a heart-healthy dish

Poached & smoked salmon pâté with bagel toasts

A chunky fish terrine that’s easy to make and delicious with toasted sweet bagels

Creamy risotto layer cake

A perfect veggie main that goes brilliantly with traditional Christmas accompaniments

Roast chicken with grappa

A glamorous, comforting dish which works just as well with white wine if you don’t have grappa

Pasta ‘ncasciata (Aubergine wrapped pasta dome)

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Carmelita Caruana’s celebrates the tastes of Sicily with this impressive pasta dome – superb for entertaining

Rösti Bolognese pie

This continental version of a classic cottage pie is a sneaky way of getting children to eat more vegetables

Laura’s fruity chutney

Chutney is one of the easiest preserves to make – and its punchy flavours bring out the best in cheese and cold meats

Cheesy leek & potato pie

This pie is made like an extra-large pasty, so you don’t need a special dish or ring

Aubergines & feta with chilli

Delicious served with triangles of toasted pitta bread, hummus and fresh mint

Taleggio, bacon & spring onion tart

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A posh version of quiche lorraine that’s truly scrumptious, ideal for a picnic

Cinnamon blueberry tart

Simple and sophisticated summer tart

Lazy cheesy vegetable hotpot

Vegetarian food at its easiest and most comforting – and a minimum of washing-up, as it’s made in the microwave