Really easy apricot & amaretti cream

A cross between a trifle and tiramisu, this really is simple to do. Roast apricots with orange, then layer up with mascarpone and custard for an indulgent dessert

Crab, avocado & rocket salad

Native British crab is at its best from April to December, and this seasonal salad makes the most of its delicate flavour

Frozen banana & peanut butter cheesecake

A great standby dessert with that works well and will impress children and adults

Easy cheesecake

This quick, make-ahead dessert is perfect when having a night in just the two of you

Spiced herb & almond couscous

This full-flavoured recipe is perfect in summer, it tastes as good hot it does cold

Limoncello plum tart

A melt-in-the-mouth dessert that can be prepared ahead

Spicy prawn cocktail with tomato & coriander dressing

An entertaining favourite with light and fresh flavours – make it a feature of a retro dinner

Raspberry & orange syllabub

Fresh, fruity and light, this dessert gets a touch of luxury with cream and a splash of liqueur

Grilled herrings with mustard & basil dressing

Herring flesh has a delicate flavour that works well with many fresh herbs, particularly basil

Whiting in a bag

With just four ingredients, fish just doesn’t get any easier to cook

Asparagus, broad bean & smoked salmon pasta

A seasonal supper or lunch

Spicy Singaporean fish

For a quick fish supper, try this superhealthy dish