Braised bacon with colcannon cakes

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A bacon joint can stretch a long way. Serve with potato and Savoy cabbage cakes, plus a fried egg and optional tomato ketchup

Violet creams

Try wooing someone with this romantic dessert based on the classic chocolate treats. Add crystallised roses and violets for a pretty finish

Venison steaks with wild mushroom sauce

Invest in some rich game meat and serve pan-fried with a creamy porcini sauce for a seriously special supper

Five-spice, soy & lemon roast chicken

Try a roast with a difference – Chinese five-spice, citrus and ginger add warmth to the rich soy and hoisin sauce-based gravy

Chocolate gingerbread brownie bars with fudgy icing

These luxurious bars are based on a classic flourless cake, so they're rich and light in equal measure

Lamb & dauphinoise hotpot

Savour every mouthful of this rich, comforting pie with red wine gravy and potato topping

Mushrooms paprikash

This vegetarian sauce is flavoured with caraway, paprika and parsley. Serve on pasta or jacket potatoes

Sweet potato shepherd’s pie

Swap mashed potato for vibrant sweet potato and bulk out your lean lamb or beef mince with red lentils for a slimmer take on this comforting classic

Lamb & mango curry

You can’t beat a big hearty curry for a crowd. Serve this tomato-based spice pot with green chillies on the side for those who like things really spicy

Lentil & cauliflower curry

An earthy spice pot that’s low in fat and calories. Use your favourite curry paste along with mustard seeds, turmeric and coconut yogurt

Chimichurri steaks with sweet potato fries & onion rings

Try steak, chips and onion rings without the guilt with flash-fried minute steak and baked sweet potato chips

Root veg & ricotta lasagne

This veggie lasagne with sweet potato, carrots and parsnips can be made in advance then stashed away in the freezer ready for a last-minute meal