Open lasagne of mushrooms & olives

An unusual combination – but an elegant way to serve a simply cooked dish

Cheesy sticks

 

Spinach & pine nut lasagne

A classic flavour combination served in a layered Italian pasta bake with creamy white sauce and a dusting of nutmeg

Cheesy chips

A real guilty pleasure, these Parmesan-topped French fries with a creamy cheese, mustard and chive dip will feed a crowd in fine fashion

Lobster with Thermidor butter

A luxury that has been prized by chefs for years, so make the most of it with this cheat’s classic

Savoury parmesan tartlets

These perfect party tartlets are a great make-ahead starter for a fancy Sunday lunch

Fresh spinach & anchovy tart

This sophisticated quiche is easily smart enough for a dinner party

Open ravioli with squash & porcini mushrooms

Don’t leave the vegetarians out this Christmas, with this special yet easy to manage recipe

Grilled steak topped with ceps

Learn how to make this versatile mushroom topping, good simply spread on toast and grilled as well as atop steak, as it is here

Squash gnocchi

This hearty vegetarian main course, or quick family supper, is healthy as well as delicious

Roasted tomato, basil & Parmesan quiche

A taste of summer, this quiche is full of Italian flavours and is perfect for dinner in the garden

Herb-crusted rack of lamb with white bean purée

Show off your cooking skills with this restaurant-style cut of lamb served on a butter bean mash