Cupcake Christmas tree

Bake to impress with this stunning edible centrepiece – perfect for a Christmas party buffet, or as an alternative to Christmas pudding

Chicken & ham lasagne

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This comforting dish of layered pasta sheets, meat and spinach is topped with gooey, melted cheese – freeze now for entertaining later

Smoked haddock tarts

Smoked fish pairs beautifully with leeks and cream in this tartlet recipe from BBC Good Food Magazine reader Philip Friend

No-fuss fish pie

Get the kids in the kitchen to help make this easy fish pie recipe. They’ll love the creamy filling and crisp topping, and it’s 2 of your 5 a day, too

Griddled lettuce & peas

This quick and healthy side dish makes the perfect accompaniment to salmon, white fish, chicken and lamb

Celeriac & parsnip bake

This vegetable side dish is full of flavour with thyme, mustard seeds, red wine vinegar and chicken stock – perfect with a Sunday roast

Lighter Lancashire hotpot

This easy lamb one pot takes classic comfort food and makes it healthier, without compromising on flavour

Beef rendang & turmeric rice

Cover beef shin in coconut milk and spices and add toasted desiccated coconut to thicken the rich sauce in this slow-cooked Malaysian favourite

Minced chicken & prawn lettuce parcels

These bite-sized lettuce cups are packed with fresh Asian flavours such as lemongrass and chilli – perfect as a light starter or canapés

Turnip gratin

This rich side dish is similar to potato dauphinoise – turnips and potatoes are layered up with double cream and garlic and baked

Spiced maple & pecan cheesecake bars

This rich cheesecake is spiced with warming flavours of ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg – top with maple syrup and nuts

Hot apple pie punch

Warm your hands around a mug of this hot apple drink, spiced with cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg – add a splash of rum for the adults