Double chocolate cheesecake

Cheesecake is always incredibly popular, but add chocolate and it elevates it to something with even more crowd appeal

Goat’s cheese chicken with warm lentils & sweet beets

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Stuffing and wrapping chicken breasts works brilliantly for entertaining, letting you get most of the work done before any of your guests arrive

Watercress soup with blue cheese & cashew pastries

Make-ahead lunch or a light starter – relaxed cooking for a laid-back weekend at home

Crispy honey buffalo wings with blue cheese & celery slaw

Crispy Southern fried chicken is often served with blue cheese dressing and celery – the coleslaw turns this party favourite into a proper supper

Homemade gingerbread cottage

A step-by-step guide to making and assembling a beautiful gingerbread house complete with snow-capped roof and pretty piping – a great family project

Pea, mint & goat’s cheese quiche

Spreading the peas on the base creates two separate layers, which looks attractive and adds an element of surprise when you cut it

Artichoke, bacon & cheese tart

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Perfect for lunch or a light supper with a tomato or leaf salad – make your own pastry if you like

Cauliflower cheese & spinach pasta bakes

Somewhere between macaroni and cauliflower cheese, these pasta bakes are perfect for a cold day

Baked goat’s cheese with beetroot, honey & thyme

This veggie main can be prepared ahead – giving you more time to relax with your guests

Baked figs & goat’s cheese with radicchio

A fresh, seasonal starter that’s simple to make and looks pretty on the plate

Blueberry soured cream cake with cheesecake frosting

The blueberries in this recipe will burst in your mouth as you bite into your slice. The cake is delicious with a cup of tea, or served as an impressive dessert

Tia Maria cheesecake

Perfect for a special occasion, this American style dessert really has the wow-factor