Classic pancakes

You can use this foolproof classic batter recipe to create a base for sweet or savoury pancakes

Spiced swede fritters

The mild flavour of swede is a great vehicle for vibrant spices, so this twist on Indian vegetable pakoras really works

Classic scones with jam & clotted cream

You can have a batch of scones on the table in 20 minutes with Jane Hornby's storecupboard recipe, perfect for unexpected guests

Festive baked Alaska

This gloriously squidgy hot and cold ice cream bombe with meringue uses up leftover Christmas cake

Mini blackberry Bakewells

Use up seasonal fruit in mini almond tarts with frangipane filling and crisp shortcrust cases – best served with thick clotted cream

Sausage rolls

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Perk up your lunchbox with these party favourites, bound to be a hit with kids

Ham, leek & potato pie

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Use up leftover ham in this family dish – add some celery sticks or other veg to the sauce too, if you like

Coconut, raspberry & lime meringue slice

Making one large meringue is much less fiddly than doing individual ones, and you can prepare all the elements ahead

Simple snowflake cake

A simple, but sophisticated decoration for a homemade or bought cake – it’ll only take half an hour

Austrian hash

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Known as gröstl, this is bacon, onion and potato fry-up is a real hunger-stopper and great served with fried egg

Creamy rhubarb tarts

Puff pastry makes these rhubarb tarts mouthwateringly delicate. Use your favourite fruit of the season

Coconut & chocolate macaroons

A delicious macaroon with the tropical taste of fresh coconut