How to make polenta

Minimise the stress of catering for a crowd by prepping this crispy polenta base ahead of a party, then finishing on the night with three delicious toppings

Panettone & pear crisp

Turn panettone into a crumble topping to make this easy dessert with the help of pears, stem ginger and hazelnuts. Enjoy with ice cream, cream or custard

Christmas pudding buns

Turn leftover Christmas pudding into these sweet buns. ‘Tangzhong’ is the Chinese word for the roux-like paste that gives the buns their soft, fluffy texture

‘Panettone’ bread pudding

Reinvent panettone into an indulgent bread and butter pudding to serve a crowd for dessert. Enjoy with cream, crème fraîche or clotted cream

Panettone granola

Unwrapped a box of panettone too many at Christmas? Transform it into this moreish granola to enjoy at breakfast served with milk or yogurt

Croissant crackers

Pair these sweet-and-savoury crackers with creamy brie for Christmas snacking. They also make a great gift – just package them up in an airtight container

Peperonata

Enjoy this peperonata side with other recipes. Put aside time at the weekend to make it, then enjoy it later in the week using our recipe ideas below

Lemon orzo

Make this orzo to use as a base. Put aside time at the weekend to make it, then serve it later in the week using our recipe ideas below

Lemon & parmesan vinaigrette

Serve this lemony vinaigrette with salads and more. Put aside time at the weekend to make it, then enjoy it later in the week using our recipe ideas below

Aromatic prawn smash burgers

Indulge in burgers which feature crispy prawn patties that pack a serious punch, thanks to a homemade toasted spice blend, a zesty salad and mango jam

Banana bread baked oats

Enjoy these banana bread-style baked oats. Filled with fibre and protein, you could serve it on its own as a snack, or with yogurt and fruit for breakfast

Gochujang tuna melt

Add Korean chilli paste to inject some spice into a classic tuna sandwich. You can make it ahead of time if you like and toast when you’re ready to eat