Basic biscuit dough

This simple recipe for cookie dough can be adapted to suit your tastes- experiment with different shapes and flavours

Baked camembert

Oven-cook your favourite soft cheese until gooey for this last-minute crowd-pleaser. An easy recipe for a dinner party or when entertaining at Christmas

Salmon, squash & prawn laksa

This quick Malaysian noodle soup is just the thing to warm up colder evenings

Pot-roasted pheasant

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A true autumnal treat, this pot roast works equally well with partridge, guinea fowl or chicken

Chorizo, caper & rocket pizza

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Capers, rocket and chorizo give this quick pizza a punchy flavour

Sausages with quick onion gravy

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A simple idea for homemade gravy turns this family supper into something far more interesting

Cherry scones

Sweeten up your scones with this easy recipe – ideal for a posh afternoon tea

Sweet & sticky wings with classic slaw

Kids will love these sweet and sticky wings which are quick to prepare and cheap too!

Banbury cakes

The Banbury cake reigns in the Midlands. Try this quick recipe for a teatime treat, lovely with a cup of Earl Grey

Sweet potato, chickpea & chorizo hash

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Bypass the washing-up with this spicy one-pot dish

Christmas pudding strudel

Give your Christmas pud leftovers a second life with this easy strudel recipe

Patatas bravas with chorizo

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Bring a Spanish flavour to the table with this intense, smoky starter. Just add crusty bread to serve