Sara’s chilli con carne

Ideal for entertaining families with kids, this classic chilli dish is quick, hassle-free and great to have in the freezer

Foolproof chocolate & coffee fondants

Gooey chocolate puds are a restaurant classic and mastering this show-off dessert is a lot easier than you think

Peppered fillet steak with parsley potatoes

This supper is for two, so push the boat out on a prime cut of beef- great for a weekend night in

Parmesan-baked ricotta with tomato, olive & basil salad

This impressive starter is perfect for entertaining guests and can be made ahead for extra ease

The ultimate makeover: Chocolate mousse

This sophisticated dessert is great for a dinner party, or for a lighter family pud use ordinary dark chocolate with less cocoa solids

Speedy tuna pasta salad

A quick pasta using leftovers from the night before. Makes a great packed lunch

Mozzarella beef wraps

A delicious, stress-free way to cook steak for a crowd

Crushed new potatoes

Make more of new potatoes with Gordon’s summery side dish. As easy to adjust for one as for a crowd

Turmeric pilau with golden onions

This side dish can be part-cooked in the kitchen, then quickly tossed together in a wok over the coals on the barbie

Hey presto paella

Paella in a rush with all of the flavour

Peppered lamb & minty butter bean mash

Make the perfect supper for friends in just 30 minutes

Cauliflower with shrimps

Simple cauliflower recipe with shrimps, great served with baked or grilled fish