One-pan prawn & tomato curry

This spicy, low-fat curry is sure to become a favourite. Swap the prawns for chunks of white fish or chicken to vary it

Crushed olive oil potatoes

Give your new potatoes a twist with this fabulous recipe

Red wine risotto with duck & garlicky mushrooms

A great way to use up leftover duck in a rich, luxurious supper dish

Make-ahead mushroom soufflés

A soufflé to start always gives your dinner party a ‘wow’ factor and this make-ahead recipe gives you more time to be the perfect host

Lollies on ice

The easiest recipe possible with ice lollies to help your friends chill

Garlic bacon butties

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
You’ll need good, crusty white bread for these instant hangover cures

Shaved asparagus salad

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Finely shaving the asparagus means the stalks can be eaten practically raw, which is bound to be a first for your guests

One-pan duck with Savoy cabbage

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Duck breast is perfect for entertaining – it's easy to cook, readily available, yet not something you eat every day

Griddled peaches with prosciutto & blue cheese

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A delicious, fruity dinner party starter

Cheesy Swiss bake

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A hearty Alpine-style bake with rich cheese and smoky bacon – ideal after a day on the slopes…or just a walk round the park

Almond & cinnamon rice

A delicately flavoured rice, perfect with fish. Recipe from Raymond Blanc

Sweet potato & chorizo quesadillas

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Fill tortilla wraps with sweet potato, spicy Spanish sausage and feta cheese then finish on a griddle pan