Creamy saffron yogurt

This creamy dessert is called shrikhand and is a must in many Indian houses on the west coast. It’s a whole lot healthier than most Indian desserts – dig in!

Strawberry & poppy seed cake

A light vanilla sponge dotted with seeds and sandwiched with orange frosting and fresh strawberries – heavenly

Lamb burgers with tzatziki

Homemade burgers are always a winner – try this low-calorie, Greek spin with cucumber and mint yogurt and spicy patties

Sweet potato, spring onion & feta salad

Swap heavy mayonnaise and spuds for roasted sweet potato, salty Greek cheese, fresh herbs and pine nuts

Douze-pointe pies

In ode to the Eurovision Song Contest, these shortcrust pies contain Spanish pepper, Greek cheese and Polish pierogi fillings

Roasted harissa vegetables with kale & ginger pilaf

Oven bake butternut squash, peppers and onions in North African spice then serve with superhealthy greens and basmati rice

Minty bean & courgette dip with pitta crisps

This healthier version of chips and dips is a great way to start a picnic or party

Easy vanilla cake

A moist cake drenched with vanilla syrup. Use as the basis for a range of fabulous celebration cakes

Pear & chocolate mini Pavlovas

These dinky Pavlovas look fantastic and are popular with all the family – and they’re great to prepare ahead if you’re short of time

Little iced Christmas puds

Not everyone likes a traditional Christmas pudding, and these smaller ones are much lighter than their bigger, traditional counterpart

Fruity flag traybake

A fail-safe sponge that’s easier than it looks – almonds and yoghurt keep it moist while its fruity decoration is suitably patriotic

Garlic eyeballs with creamy chive dip

These dough balls are easy-peasy, so get the kids to help you make them for your Halloween party