Green beans & mushrooms with tangy soy dressing

A dress-ahead tangy sald that retains its good looks

Spring onion & halloumi bruschetta with carrot & saffron salsa

An interesting new starter idea of fried cheese from Cyprus, crispy toasted sourdough bread and a carrot topping

Barbecue lamb & courgette salad

This all-in-one salad makes light work of a summer meal and the most of the barbecue

Triple ginger cheesecake

A no-cook cheesecake, topped off with seasonal fruit, from Good Food reader Jacque Smith

Mexican tuna & bean salad

This no-cook spicy salad is perfect for a supper in a flash

Mushroom & tarragon pâté

This low-fat, easy pâté is a perfect vegetarian starter

Sole meunière

This popular French classic coats the fish in seasoned flour which lightly protects the fish without overpowering its flavour

Creamy lentil & spinach soup with bacon

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A smooth, blended soup served with crispy bacon topping – a luxurious and warming bowl of goodness

Onion soup with herby garlic cheese bread

This French-inspired warming soup uses chutney to add a delicious sweetness

Tartines with blue cheese, fig & ham

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Put together a casual French table for lunch with friends, with charcuterie and cheese from the deli and homemade snacks

White chocolate crème brûlée

Serve this super-creamy chocolate dessert on its own, or as part of an ‘assiete’ of mini chocolate puddings

Creamy porridge with spiced apple & cranberry

Stewed fruit in spiced compote sauce makes a great topping for a warming oat-pot on a chilly morning