Strawberry & sweet wine savarin

A savarin is like a big rum baba, except this version is soaked with dessert wine for a light, summery feel

Cherry mallow traybake

Sarah Cook’s cute cakes are easy, cheap and, most importantly, fun to make

Apricot & blueberry crumble cake

This crumble cake is great for a picnic, pudding, or for afternoon tea with friends

Roasted tomato, basil & Parmesan quiche

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

Roast chicken vinaigrette

The flavours of this one-pot dish marry beautifully, with the vinaigrette a welcome, summery change from traditional gravy

Spiced meringues with coffee-soaked prunes

The mixed spice in the meringues and plump, juicy prunes give a Christmassy flavour to this budget dinner party dessert

Black Forest sundaes with brownies

Based on the seventies cake classic that is Black Forest gâteau – this cherry, ice cream and brownie desert is heavenly. Don’t cheat – make your own brownies too

Grilled salmon salad with watercress yogurt dressing

This delicious, substantial salad is inspired by two Mediterranean classics – Caesar and Niçoise

Chicken liver parfait with sultanas & raisins

Making your own paté is an extra-special touch- this version is flavoured with wine, cream, garlic and sage

Fruity lamb tagine

This succulent and superhealthy one-pot is guaranteed to satisfy a crowd – save time and make it up to two days ahead

Cranberry-crowned pud with white chocolate custard

We’ve wound back the years with this classic steamed pud, perfect for a cold winter’s day

Raspberry & coconut trifle cake

This towering beauty will make the perfect sweet centrepiece for a buffet,
or a lighter option if you’re not into Christmas pudding