Easy pancakes

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

Rainbow rolls

For a crunchy top and soft doughy middle, we devised scone-bread hybrid baps, which make use of leftover veg

Sticky date buns

The longer the dough for this sweet fruit bread stays in the fridge the better the flavour – perfect with a cup of tea

Cornbread muffins

These savoury snacks are brilliant for picnics and lunchboxes – plus they can be frozen ahead

Banana & walnut loaf

This homely and wholesome cake is also light and moist, with the natural sweetness of sticky bananas and the warm toastiness of nuts

Make-ahead mushroom soufflés

A soufflé to start always gives your dinner party a ‘wow’ factor and this make-ahead recipe gives you more time to be the perfect host

Greek lamb & macaroni bake

A cross between moussaka and macaroni cheese, this thrifty Mediterranean pasta bake makes for a hearty meal

Mango tea loaf plait

Mango makes the perfect addition to
a sticky tea loaf. Serve this freshly sliced
or toasted with butter for breakfast

Sweet potato & pea curry

A fab, cheap, veggie curry, great for a student gathering. And the left overs will taste great the next day.

Thai coconut rice with salmon

Sarah Randell serves up a summer one pot with big Thai flavours – great for relaxed entertaining

American-style pineapple & banana pancakes

These American-style pancakes are easier to make than traditional ones

Creamy tomato soup

A low-fat, vegetarian soup that everyone will love – passata and whole milk give a silky smooth finish