Cola ham with maple & mustard glaze

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Cook a juicy gammon joint in a cinnamon-spiced stock, then add a sticky syrup and clove sauce and serve in thick slices

Sirloin steak sandwiches with smoky relish

Homemade relish and mayo make this prime cut baguette extra special

Farro salad with roasted carrots & feta

This mineral-packed salad counts as two of your five-a-day – save any leftovers for your lunchbox

Bombay potato & spinach pies

These spicy filo pies are ideal for a lunch with salad or as part of a buffet

Rosemary & garlic lamb burgers

Tuck these away ready for a barbecue as they cook beautifully from frozen

Big egg, bacon & bean salad

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A substantial ‘almost-Niçoise’ that goes with just about anything, and won’t get soggy on the way to the picnic

Watermelon & feta salad with crispbread

A cool, refreshing combo for warm summer evenings

BBQ chicken & coleslaw

A good chicken recipe for budding Jamie Olivers to get stuck into. Learn to make a tasty BBQ marinade which can be used on other meats

Baked goat’s cheese with beetroot, honey & thyme

This veggie main can be prepared ahead – giving you more time to relax with your guests

Squash gnocchi

This hearty vegetarian main course, or quick family supper, is healthy as well as delicious

Sweet potato salad

This simple healthy salad of baked potato chunks makes a great alternative to mayonnaise-based versions

Gingerbread man party cake

Follow our step-by-step guide to icing a fruitcake with white fondant and marzipan, then decorate with smiling gingerbread men and cute candy canes