Pistachio friands with chocolate ice cream

Worthy of a posh restaurant but really easy, try these little bakes for afternoon tea in the garden

Veal chops with sage & creamy squash polenta

Enjoy time together at the weekend preparing this special dish for two

New potato, spring onion & Montgomery cheddar quiche

Chef Tom Kerridge shares a larger version of a dainty tartlet he serves on his lunch menu at the Hand & Flowers in Marlow

Hot corncakes with avocado, bacon & basil

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Corncakes like these are classic brunch food in Australia. They’re also delicious made with shredded chicken and lots of coriander

Simple simnel cake

This is a perfect quick-mix-fix for Easter – based on traditional recipes

Spring vegetable soup with basil pesto

A former magazine cover star, this satisfying soup is special enough for entertaining and easy enough to size down

Spiced home-cured salmon

Ever the versatile fish, this fresh, no-cook salmon starter can be made a few days ahead

Christmas cupcakes

Have fun with the kids over the Christmas holidays making and decorating these easy cakes

Pancetta-wrapped turkey breast with herby lemon & pine nut stuffing

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
No need for impressive carving skills with this easy-to-serve dish with creamy gravy

Moist turkey crown with chestnut truffle stuffing

If a huge turkey seems too much to bear and turkey sandwiches aren't your thing, opt for a crown instead of a whole bird

Celeriac tartare with smoked trout

This is a twist on remoulade – served with flaked smoked fish and dressed leaves, it makes an easy starter

Raspberry & lemon polenta cake

Give your sponge an Italian twist with Jane Hornby’s easy-to-make polenta cake