Chicken stew recipe

Make double portions of this traditional casserole with parsnip, carrot and leek so you can freeze a batch

Sherried squash soup

A good soup soon becomes a fail safe recipe for any occasion. You can always miss out the sherry if making for children

Leek, bacon & potato soup

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This soup keeps well in the fridge and is easy to freeze

Spiced carrot & lentil soup

A delicious, spicy blend, packed full of iron and low fat to boot. It's ready in under half an hour or can be made in a slow cooker

Prawn, chickpea & parsley salad

A perfect sharing salad that requires no cooking – mix shellfish with canned pulses, herbs and lemon

Angela’s ‘flexible’ jam recipe

Make the most of fruit gluts and try making your own jam – delicious spread on homemade bread

Tomato soup

To make the tastiest tomato soup you’ll ever experience wait until the tomatoes are at their most ripe and juicy, around September

Family meals: Easy fish pie recipe

A simple fish pie recipe that’s quick and easy to prepare. Portion into ramekins and freeze for quick toddler meals or cook in a big dish for the perfect family supper

Lentil & bacon soup

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Blend your storecupboard pulses with cumin, turmeric and garlic to create this robust soup with crispy pancetta topping

Spinach soup

A vibrant green blended soup with half-fat crème fraîche that’s healthy and filling – make a batch and freeze

Peppered potato soup

This thrifty dinner party leek and potato soup recipe has an attractive pale colour from using the bottom end of the allium and a bouquet garni

Thai chicken and sweet potato soup

A smooth and and spicy chicken soup with a vibrant colour that's packed full of Asian aromatics