Iced trifle slice

A brilliant idea for a family favourite, give trifle a stylish summer makeover with this chilled dessert

Smoked salmon & celeriac Dauphinoise

Based on a traditional Swedish dish, this rich potato bakes works well with smoked salmon or gravadlax

Easy fluffy scones

These are the business – light but with a nice crusty outside

Cinnamon Nutella cake

Cakes like these are wonderfully therapeutic to make – chuck the lot into a bowl, and give it a quick beat and it’s ready to bake. Simple enough for a complete beginner

Double choc shortbreads

These sweet treats will go down a storm at your next bake sale, and cost only around 15p each to make

Classic Yorkshire puddings

No roast is complete without a proper Yorkshire pud – here’s how to make your own

Artichoke, garlic & potato mash

Spruce up your usual mash with something a bit different. The garlicky artichoke hearts add a new and delicious twist

Massaman curry roast chicken

A full-flavoured alternative to your usual weekend roast – serve with a big bowl of rice

Grilled baby onions with cream & basil

Add tender, creamy baby onions to your roast beef this Sunday for a taste of comfort food heaven

Blue cheese & grape salad with caramelised pecans

This salad has a great balance of sour, sweet, crunchy and smooth

Family meals: Easy fish cakes

These freezable and simple-to-make fish patties are ideal as a family meal or can be made and frozen individually as a quick last-minute kids supper, from toddlers to teens

Cheddar & sweetcorn scones

Savoury scones make a great meal with a bowl of soup, or a tasty addition to afternoon tea