Ham, cheese & mushroom turnovers

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A puff pastry turnover is always a good way of using leftovers – adapt the recipe to whatever cheese you’ve got

Rhubarb puffs with oaty streusel topping

A simple seasonal pud with a crunchy topping

Courgette, mushroom & mozzarella tart

A quick summer tart that’s ideal for a buffet or midweek meal

Spiced squash & sweet potato tarte tatin

This delicious vegetarian main course will tempt even the most serious meat eaters.

Wild mushroom & Parmesan vol-au-vent filling

For a great party canapé, fill puff pastry cases with creamy wild porcini and chestnut mushrooms

Pumpkin pie

Fill a sweet shortcrust pastry tart case with lightly spiced squash to make a traditional American treat

Strawberry tarts

Get your kids in the kitchen to create these teatime treats, perfect for 8-14 year-olds to show off their cooking skills

Easy cheese & onion slice

This cheesy dish is a great buffet recipe for guests to just help themselves to

Crisp spinach tart with squash wedges

This veggie filo pie with roast pumpkin is versatile enough for a quick dinner, packed lunch or buffet

Quiche Lorraine in 4 easy steps

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Intimidated by quiche and all that pastry making? Try this beginners guide and you’ll be surprised how simple it can be

Ham & blue cheese tart

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
There’s no need to make pastry for this tart, just buy a packet of filo. The leftovers are great for packed lunches too

Mincemeat & pecan palmiers

Lighter than a traditional mince pie, these sweet pecan pastries are a delicious twist on this Christmas favourite