Wild mushroom tartlets

Delicious tartlets, perfect for a buffet or light appetiser, just choose your own mix of mushrooms to make it your own

Aubergine, tomato & Parmesan bake (Melanzane alla Parmigiana)

Every Italian cook has their own version of this classic aubergine dish. It’s even better made a day ahead

Date, banana & rum loaf

A tasty cake with no added fat or sugar – try it to believe it. Plus it’s easily made gluten-free

Purple sprouting broccoli, leek & almond tart

This stunning vegetarian tart is no trouble to make, as it’s made with a packet of puff pastry

Blackberry & apple Yorkshire puddings

Make your Yorkies a sweet treat with this tasty variation, perfect to end a mammoth Sunday roast

Chicken chow mein

This speedy, kid-friendly supper is a great way of cramming a good variety of vegetables into one meal

Mascarpone & marmalade ice cream

This grown-up ice cream is total heaven with anything chocolaty

Microwave meringues in minutes

Watch these effortless meringues quadruple in size as they cook in under two minutes

Cookies & cream ice cream

Your guests will be impressed with this rich and indulgent ice cream

Parsnip, cranberry & chestnut loaf

A modern take on the nut loaf, this makes a great vegetarian centrepiece for Christmas Day or a special dinner

Clotted cream & stem ginger ice cream

Add a zing to your ice cream with Rick Stein’s spicy suggestions

Millionaire’s chocolate tart

A dinner party version of teatime favourite, millionaire's shortbread. It's not too bitter, so the kids will love it too