Pan-fried salmon with watercress, polenta croutons & capers

Heart-healthy salmon is ideal for a dinner party. Use pre-cooked polenta to make this main course recipe even easier

Pumpkin soup

Whip up this easy pumpkin soup as a starter for a dinner party or a light supper when you need a bit of comfort – it has a lovely silky texture

Parsnip, cranberry & chestnut loaf

A modern take on the nut loaf, this makes a great vegetarian centrepiece for Christmas Day or a special dinner

Fig & blue cheese tart

This extra special tart with crumbly walnut pastry makes a fabulous vegetarian dinner

Millionaire’s chocolate tart

A dinner party version of teatime favourite, millionaire's shortbread. It's not too bitter, so the kids will love it too

Crisp feta nibbles

These little wedges are perfect for dipping and sharing, the perfect pre-dinner snack for guests

Very berry ice

Try this fruity iced pud – a fantastic and fat-free dinner party dessert

Pancetta-wrapped trout

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
You can prepare this the day before and changing the quantity is simple, making it a perfect dinner party dish

Greek lamb baguette

Use up leftover meat from Sunday’s roast in this colourful sandwich

Ciabatta pizzas with sticky onions

If you need to grab a quick dinner, pop these in the oven and serve with a salad

Mustard-buttered chicken with tarragon, peas & carrots

An all-in-one roast that is ready in less than two hours. Roast two birds at once for a simple dinner party, or better still, great sandwiches the next day

Grilled goat’s cheese with cranberry dressing

A smart veggie starter that will impress even the biggest foodie at your dinner table