Creamy rice with double apricots

Proof that you can make a simple dairy-free pudding for all the family to enjoy!

Creamed corn

The best side dish in the States, this addictive, creamy, cheesy mix goes well with pretty much everything, but pairs particularly well with barbecue dishes

Baked salmon & aubergine cannelloni

Oven-cooked pasta dishes are perfect for an informal meal with friends, especially when you can freeze it ahead

Apple & sultana muffins

These fruity muffins make a healthy lunchbox snack, scroll down for two other great lunchtime fillers

Creamy curried carrot & butter bean soup

A smooth blended vegetable soup with Indian spice to leave simmering for hours – perfect for feeding a crowd

Basic shortcrust pastry

Learn how to make perfect shortcrust pastry every time with our easy recipe. For best results, make sure the butter is cold

Fruitburst muffins

Get started in the morning with a low-fat breakfast muffin crammed full of blueberries, cranberries, raisins and apricots

Gluten-free sundried tomato bread

A quick, gluten-free bread recipe – no need for yeast, ready in under an hour

Bang bang prawn salad

Ready in 20 minutes, this lovely salad can just as easily be made with chicken if you’re not in a seafood mood

Lime & ginger drizzle cake

The combination of lime and ginger gives the classic drizzle cake a modern twist

Lentil lasagne

Vegan cooking made easy – this Italian bake uses cauliflower and soya milk for a white sauce and canned lentils as filling

Homemade custard

Once you've cracked your own technique for silky smooth vanilla custard, you'll never go back to tinned