Simnel spiced breakfast loaf

Toast a slice of this celebration bread and top with butter to give hot cross buns a serious run for their money

Carrot & tomato soup

A creamy vegetable soup flavoured with bay and natural sweetness from the carrots

Spiced fruit & pistachio bread wreath

Take the eccles cake to a whole new level by using the classic currant filling to make this decorative bread

Spiced turkey patties with fruity quinoa salad

Spice up lean meatballs with coriander and cumin seeds, then serve on a salad of quinoa, red onions, carrots, pomegranate and parsley

Spiced chicken & pineapple salad

This colourful salad is packed with contrasting flavours and textures – dress with sweet chilli and coriander

Udon noodle soup

A Japanese-inspired teriyaki udon broth with chestnut mushrooms and spinach. A nourishing and light supper

Herby chicken & butter bean soup

This rustic, chunky soup uses up leftover roast chicken and is packed with flavour from fresh rosemary, sage and thyme

Thai prawn & peanut noodle soup

Try this punchy aromatic broth that’s packed with Asian spice and fresh flavours – top with nuts and chilli to your liking

Five-spice, soy & lemon roast chicken

Try a roast with a difference – Chinese five-spice, citrus and ginger add warmth to the rich soy and hoisin sauce-based gravy

Moroccan harira & chicken soup

This North African-inspired soup is flavoured with harissa and spices. Serve with hummus toasts and cooling yogurt

Curried carrot & lentil soup

This spicy vegetable soup is super low in fat and calories. Serve with a dollop of cooling yogurt and fresh coriander

Chunky Mediterranean tomato soup

Use roasted vegetables in this speedy, low calorie soup – we used peppers, aubergines, onions and courgettes. Serve with herby ricotta-topped rye bread