Healthy salad Niçoise

French bistro classic, the tuna Niçoise, becomes healthier with extra lettuce and veg and low fat dressing

The classic pancake

This basic batter recipe for crêpes and pancakes is a versatile foundation for either sweet or savoury fillings

Prawn & broccoli Asian omelette

Quick, cheap and tasty, this chilli-spiked omelette can be made from storecupboard and everyday ingredients

Goat’s cheese, pea & bean frittata

This recipe is great for a standby supper, as you’ll probably find all the ingredients in your fridge

Beet & caramelised onion tart

A great make-ahead vegetarian main that is much easier than it looks, from Trill Farm in Devon

Mini salmon & dill puffs

Ideal for a crowd and perfect for preparing ahead, these little pastry bites make a stylish canapé

Spicy vegetable egg fried rice

Spice up your rice with this easy recipe and feel free to mix things up with different veg

Cranberry & cream cheese muffins

These sweet muffins have a beautifully creamy middle and go brilliantly with a cup of tea

Campfire cupcakes

A make-ahead treat, these will take you back to toasting marshmallows around an open fire

Pineapple & banana custard meringues

Light, fruity and frothy, these quick puds are a smart choice for entertaining

Chocolate, fruit & clementine Christmas pudding

This child-friendly pud by reader Julie Prior is a classic twist on the traditional Christmas pudding

Greek salad omelette

A quick and healthy supper