Pickled pears & cheese platter

This stunning prepare-ahead starter can be served on individual plates, or just gather everyone around for drinks in the kitchen

Seared salmon with heather honey dressing

A light and colourful starter using Scottish salmon with an aromatic heather honey dressing

Beef fillet with beetroot & horseradish

Savour this special occasion healthy and herby beef fillet salad

Crunchy red cabbage slaw

This raw red cabbage and mixed seed side salad can be on the table in just 15 minutes – serve alongside Asian-inspired mains

Lemon chicken with fruity olive couscous

A low-fat dish of grilled citrus chicken with fresh salad that can be whipped up for a quick supper

BBQ drumsticks with slaw

These deliciously sticky chicken pieces are best eaten with plenty of napkins at the ready

Lamb meatball & pea pilaf

Meatballs aren’t just for pasta dishes. Experiment with this tasty pilaf – a winner for any meatball fan

Egg, bacon & bean bowl

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A satisfying salad that’s not too high in calories, but meaty enough to be a main meal, for the whole family

King prawns in saffron almond sauce

A very stylish way of cooking and presenting king prawns

Four & twenty chicken & ham pie

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
There aren’t any blackbirds baked into it, but this stunning centrepiece will impress with its layers of nuts, fruit, chicken and gammon

Homemade burgers with sweet potato wedges

Use lean mince and fresh chilli for a healthy and flavoursome patty and serve with paprika-spiced sweet potato chips

St Clement’s pie

A very British version of Key lime pie – an indulgent, creamy tart with tangy oranges and lemons