Curried chicken & cashew rice

Whip up a curry in next to no time – perfect for those evenings when you’re too tired to be in the kitchen for long

Smoky aubergine & coriander dip

The seductively smoky flavour of this Middle
Eastern-style dip comes from cooking the
aubergines charcoal black

Shaved asparagus salad

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Finely shaving the asparagus means the stalks can be eaten practically raw, which is bound to be a first for your guests

Pine nut & honey tart

This make-ahead tart is the ultimate finale for a festive buffet – just make sure you have enough as guests may well want seconds

Marsala-soused peaches

This sophisticated, simple and foolproof dessert will impress your dinner party guests. By Silvana Franco

Tangy trout with a simple garden salad

This tasty and versatile fish gets a lemony makeover and makes a great treat for one

Almond & cinnamon rice

A delicately flavoured rice, perfect with fish. Recipe from Raymond Blanc

Healthier risotto primavera

Angela Nilsen works her magic on this favourite Italian rice dish, making it low-fat and nourishing

Blackberry jam

Make this easy blackberry jam with your glut of summer fruit – perfect with fresh white bread. Use jam sugar (with added pectin) to make sure it sets properly

Salmon with mustardy celeriac mash

If beauty is skin deep, then celeriac is a case in point – and it’s delicious when served as a creamy mash

Glazed chicken over winter mash

A healthy family chicken meal to keep you warm in the winter months – it’s low in fat too

Mustard potato salad

This superhealthy salad is the perfect summer side dish