Ginger flapjacks

Try an oat bar with a difference – our version is flavoured with coconut and has a soft and spicy ginger topping

Basil, rosemary & chive flowerpot

This freshly made bread makes an ideal gift or simply enjoy it with friends or family at home

Cranberry, raisin & pecan knot

Serve this spiced and fruity white bread toasted with lashings of butter and jam

Cheese & caramelised onion coburg

This savoury cheese and onion bread is delicious served warm from the oven

Sticky chocolate drop cakes

This easy-to-make bake will keep somewhere cool in an airtight tin for up to two days

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