Custard tart with nutmeg pastry

There’s something so honest about a custard tart, simply topped with a grating of nutmeg

Indian winter soup

This warming winter soup is high in fibre, low in fat and can be frozen for ultimate convenience

Mixed seed bread

This recipe uses a basic bread dough method, but the mix of flours gives an interesting texture and flavour

Creamy spiced dhal

Dhal is super-easy and cheap to make – plus lentils are really good for you, so it’s a winner from all sides

Roast fish & chips with orange raita

A healthy treat to keep the whole family satisfied

Moroccan turkey salad

Use up abundant roast meat in a healthy salad with aubergine, tomatoes, pomegranate and mint

Lamb with spicy chickpeas

A storecupboard favourite, harissa can turn a bit of meat into a real treat. Leftovers make a good salad too

Spiced sweet potato salad with crisp noodles

The noodles are fried until crisp and then scattered over this colourful salad for a bit of crunch

Teriyaki noodle broth

A light ramen-like soup with noodles, chicken and a spiced stock base

Fresh Savoy, red onion & egg pie

A great vegetarian main – perfect pastry and a scrummy filling

Courgette salad

This courgette salad is the perfect barbecue accompaniment

Moroccan chard & lamb pan-fry

A quick, exotic one-pan dish