Warm salad of spring vegetables with griddled lamb

This warm, dressed salad is delicious on its own, but if you need a bit more bite, grilled lamb is the perfect choice

Refreshing lychee & lime sorbet

Turn a can of lychees into a no-fat fragrant dessert. A perfect ending to many meals

Raspberry & white chocolate traybake

The perfect summer pud for a lunch party, or treat with afternoon tea

Anytime sweetcorn & tomato nachos

These cheesy nachos are great for nibbling on. The salsa can also be used as a healthy dip, served with vegetable sticks

Tikka-style fish

Perfect for the barbecue – but don’t let that stop you using the oven if the typical English weather arrives – use whichever fish you prefer

Sesame beef wraps

The perfect Asian-inspired pre-dinner nibble, perfect for a Christmas get-together with friends

Whisky cream

The perfect addition to Christmas pudding – though we say why wait until Christmas. Try it with your favourite crumble or pie for something a bit special

Sugar-dusted wedding cookies

An English, shortbread-based version of the classic Mexican wedding cookie – perfect for homemade wedding favours

Creamy risotto layer cake

A perfect veggie main that goes brilliantly with traditional Christmas accompaniments

Easy cheesecake

This quick, make-ahead dessert is perfect when having a night in just the two of you

Spiced herb & almond couscous

This full-flavoured recipe is perfect in summer, it tastes as good hot it does cold

Bay & potato sticks

Perfect potatoes to accompany a special joint of meat