Spicy African chicken stew

Cayenne pepper and Scotch bonnet chillies give this boldly flavoured peanut casserole a fiery kick

Green bean minestrone

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Using a selection of green vegetables gives this soup a summery feel and contrasting textures

Roasted pepper sauce for pasta or chicken

A superhealthy roasted pepper pasta sauce recipe that’s versatile and tasty

Tomato, cucumber & coriander salad

A fresh and colourful salad to brighten up any barbecue or buffet – no matter what the weather

Macaroons

Bake our heavenly raspberry macaroons for afternoon tea, or as the final flourish for a dinner party. They taste as gorgeous as they look

Harissa aubergine kebabs with minty carrot salad

Whip up supper for two in a flash with these vegetarian, North African-inspired skewers with healthy slaw and hummus

Garlic beef

A cheap cut of beef transformed into a tender treat

Stuffed peppers on the barbie

Mary Cadogan’s clever bbq recipe will impress all of your friends and family and have them coming back for more

Cracked potato salad

A great side dish for the BBQ

Cauliflower, egg & potato curry

Even a cauliflower-hater will love the warm coconut and flavours of this vegetarian curry dish

Succulent braised venison

Venison benefits from long, slow cooking, and this Scottish dish develops a beautifully earthy sweetness – try it as an alternative to turkey, or for Hogmanay

Mary’s chilli lamb skewers with minted yogurt cooler

Keep things short and sweet with these tasty lamb skewers, perfect for the BBQ