Spring leaf salad

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Young, tender spinach was made for full-of-flavour salads such as this

Italian chicken & butternut pie

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Bypass stodgy rich pastry and top your Mediterranean bake with slices of ciabatta bread

Mini prosciutto & asparagus frittatas

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
These simple savouries are a great addition to your first picnic
of the year – or as a light lunch treat, whatever the weather

Kale & chorizo broth

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A meaty stew with a holiday feel that will make you dream of Spain

Easy pancakes

Learn a skill for life with our foolproof crêpe recipe that ensures perfect pancakes every time – elaborate flip optional

Brown loaf

Try this simple step-by-step brown bread recipe to make a seeded loaf or try one of three gorgeous variations

Beef & vegetable casserole

A traditional braised beef stew with thick, rich gravy – an ideal recipe for cheap cuts as slow-cooking guarantees a tender dish

Butternut squash & sage risotto

A satisfying veggie supper that uses a basic risotto recipe and gives it an autumnal twist

Cheesy celeriac, potato & bacon pie

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This type of puff pastry pie is called a pithivier. To make it veggie, omit the bacon and use vegetarian cheese

Lemon, broccoli & sesame roast chicken

Give traditional roast chicken a Chinese-style twist with this zesty recipe

Easy salmon sushi

Smoked salmon gives this easy recipe a festive touch and means you don’t have to prepare fresh fish – a good sushi recipes for beginners

Crispy neeps ‘n’ tatties cake

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This Scottish take on a rösti goes well with game, duck breast or roast chicken