Avocado & citrus dip with spicy spuds & tortilla chips

Perfect feed-a-crowd nibbles to keep everyone happy while you’re barbecuing

Red, white & blue jellies

These glamorous, summery Independence Day jellies really
capture the occasion

Classic prawn cocktail

This classic retro starter packed with juicy prawns will never go out of fashion

Smoked mackerel loaded leaves

The smoked mackerel paste for these healthy canapes will keep in the fridge for a week – use it on jacket potatoes or toast

Sweet potato stackers

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
For an added kick to these canapes, try
swapping the lemon juice for a teaspoon
of mustard in the mayo

Upside-down chicory tart

The sugar in this recipe caramelises the chicory bringing out it’s delicious flavours

Horseradish & soured cream baked potatoes

Crunchy on the outside, creamy and soft in the middle – a new take on baked potatoes

Harissa veg, goat’s cheese & couscous salad

Ditch your boring sandwich and make an exciting lunch from your leftover roasted vegetables – squash, peppers and aubergine work well

Choc & ginger dippers

Have some leftover gingerbread dough? Bake it into biscuit fingers for dunking into hot drinks after a meal

Herby asparagus & bacon tart

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
An open puff pastry pie of seasonal greens, mint, chives and parsley with a creamy mascarpone base

Foolproof chocolate & coffee fondants

Gooey chocolate puds are a restaurant classic and mastering this show-off dessert is a lot easier than you think

The ultimate makeover: Salmon en croûte

Angela Nilsen makes a super healthy version of the classic pastry wrapped fish parcel without losing the wow factor