Miso chicken & rice soup

Ditch the noodles and try a healthy Japanese ramen with rice, flavoured with miso, soy, mirin and spring onions

Parsnip, cranberry & chestnut loaf

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

Fig & blue cheese tart

This extra special tart with crumbly walnut pastry makes a fabulous vegetarian dinner

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

Basil & lemon chickpeas with mackerel

Good Food favourite Lesley Waters proves that healthy can be hearty – and tasty too!

Tangy roast pepper & walnut dip

A nice and spicy partner to pre-dinner drinks. Great with some toasted pitta for dipping

Crisp feta nibbles

These little wedges are perfect for dipping and sharing, the perfect pre-dinner snack for guests

Very berry ice

Try this fruity iced pud – a fantastic and fat-free dinner party dessert

Smoothie cubes

A great idea for a quick, cooling and healthy drink, especially for breakfast

Egg drop chicken noodle soup

These quick and healthy noodles make the ideal midweek staple

Ultimate roast potatoes

This foolproof recipe will ensure even first timers get crispy skins and fluffy insides. Make sure your potatoes are perfect for Sunday lunch or even Christmas dinner

Pancetta-wrapped trout

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
You can prepare this the day before and changing the quantity is simple, making it a perfect dinner party dish