Sticky onion & cheddar quiche

A crisp pastry case and a just-set creamy filling, quiche is a good solution to any meal dilemma from dinner parties, suppers, picnics and even afternoon tea

Devilled cheek & kidney pot pie

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Try beef cheek and lamb or ox kidney is this sumptuous pie with homemade pastry. Use a piece of bone marrow as a pie funnel – it’s a talking point!

Moroccan spiced pie

The perfect showpiece to your Christmas Day meal – and it's suitable for veggies

Salmon & fennel en croute with watercress sauce

The perfect way to serve pastry for a light but filling meal

Crab & ginger tart with a chilli dressing

Lesley Waters gives us her modern, British take on quiche

Pistachio & raspberry pithiviers

Frangipane and berry individual puff pastry parcels – for a special touch decorate with your guests’ initials

Pheasant, leek & bacon pie

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Don’t be scared of cooking game – you can cook pheasant breasts as you would chicken

Brie & pecan bites

These cheesy bites are a great addition when you're hosting a drinks party with canapés

Apple & date turnover

Warm apple turnover smothered in hot custard is sure to see away the winter blues

Mince pie trees

Love mince pies? They you’ll love these little tree-shaped Danish pastry-like bites, with their layers of buttery pastry bonded with fruity, gooey mincemeat

Filo triangles with artichoke, feta and mint

Try this stylish and quick canapé idea, perfect for a relaxed cocktail evening, or Christmas Eve, with friends.

Chicken & ham pie

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
When you need something warm and comforting after a long day, there’s nothing like a proper British pie