Smoky bean, bacon & eggy bread bake

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Make your own baked beans with smoked paprika then top with that childhood classic, eggy bread

Baked chicken masala with almond pilaf

This superhealthy recipe proves watching what you eat doesn’t mean you have to banish curry from your menu plan

Spanish potatoes

These smoky, spiced potatoes are a great accompaniment for white fish or chicken

Mini turkey & cranberry pies

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
These dinky pies are so versatile – try them with chopped ham and mustard, too

Mum’s Christmas pudding

Good Food reader Christine Ford shares her late mum’s Christmas pudding recipe – the ideal last-minute option as it doesn’t need to mature to taste really good

Sugar-dusted mince pie parcels

Want freshly baked, homemade mince pies without the hassle of lining tins? Try our easiest ever version

Coconut-crusted lime chicken

Treat your friends or family to these chicken bites, delicious with mango chutney and rice – and good cold the next day too

Thai chicken curry

Learn how to make an authentic-tasting Thai curry with this step-by-step recipe

Baked sea bass with fennel

Cook your fish Italian-style with this simple recipe – just six ingredients, but full of Mediterranean flavour

Courgette, ham & ricotta tarts

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Make double the quantity of these simple, summery tarts and have one for lunch the next day

Hot-smoked salmon with creamy pasta & pine nuts

Add a few special ingredients to this simple pasta sauce and you have an impressive meal for friends in just 15 minutes

Apple pie samosas

These hand-held puds are a great low-fat alternative to apple pie, and are bound to be a big hit with a crowd