Last-minute Christmas pudding

This recipe, which uses shop-bought mincemeat, is amazingly quick – just make ahead then microwave on the day

Spring fish pie

A special after-work supper treat – easily doubled if you’ve got friends over

Oven egg & chips

For a deliciously easy supper, try egg and chips in one pan – just five ingredients

Herby mustard Yorkies

These quick, easy, fluffy Yorkshire Puddings can be prepared ahead – but make sure you leave the oven door closed while cooking!

Pumpkin pie

Fill a sweet shortcrust pastry tart case with lightly spiced squash to make a traditional American treat

Beef schnitzel

Junior Good Food readers, Olivia, Grace & Emma, share their child-friendly, pan-fried beef recipe

Spiced scrambled eggs

Make a wholesome start to the morning with creamy scrambled eggs on toast, perfect for using up a stray tomato or two

Crisp spinach tart with squash wedges

This veggie filo pie with roast pumpkin is versatile enough for a quick dinner, packed lunch or buffet

Winter tuna Niçoise

This colourful salad makes the most of storecupboard ingredients – vary it for a special occasion by using fresh tuna

Quiche Lorraine in 4 easy steps

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Intimidated by quiche and all that pastry making? Try this beginners guide and you’ll be surprised how simple it can be

Shakshuka

Vary this popular brunch dish by flavouring the simple tomato sauce with whatever you have to hand – curry powder, pesto or fresh herbs

Ham & blue cheese tart

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
There’s no need to make pastry for this tart, just buy a packet of filo. The leftovers are great for packed lunches too