Chilli beef with black beans and avocado salad

Bulk out red meat with black beans to keep things a little lighter. This one-pot treat is still packed with plenty of flavour

Fragrant spiced chicken with banana sambal

This spicy Asian-inspired dish is flavoured with coriander, cumin, turmeric, almonds and cardamom. Serve with a cooling chopped salad

Smoky rashers & tomatoes on toast

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

A balanced breakfast that swaps bacon for leaner turkey rashers. Serve on wholemeal bread with avocado, rocket and tomatoes or transform into a healthy English breakfast (recipe in tip below)

Butternut Dauphinoise

This indulgent gratin of squash with bay, thyme and nutmeg, plus a robust cheese sauce makes a great main or side dish

Cranberry meringue roulade

Work on your meringue skills to roll up this sensational dessert with tangy fruit, toasted almonds and vanilla cream filling

Simple salmon with spring pasta

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Asparagus, peas and broad beans are all natural partners for fish, make them more indulgent with creamy tarragon pasta

Strawberry & peanut crunch pie

Show off vibrant berries in this nutty twist on a classic cheesecake. Serve it fridge cold so the buttery biscuit base is set nice and firm

Lamb & mango curry

You can’t beat a big hearty curry for a crowd. Serve this tomato-based spice pot with green chillies on the side for those who like things really spicy

Lentil & cauliflower curry

An earthy spice pot that’s low in fat and calories. Use your favourite curry paste along with mustard seeds, turmeric and coconut yogurt

Thai chicken parcel with sugar snap peas & rice

This Asian-inspired chicken dish is super-juicy and lean thanks to a simple steaming process salty, sweet and spicy Asian sauces

Low-fat turkey Bolognese

Swap your usual beef mince with turkey to reduce the fat content of this classic Italian sauce and serve with wholemeal pasta

Chicken & leek pot pies

Individual shortcrust pastry pies with chicken in a cheese, leek and chive sauce. Comfort food at its best.