Pea, mint & spring onion soup with Parmesan biscuits

The Parmesan ‘tuiles’ make this soup stylish enough for entertaining – but they take just a few minutes to make

Oven-baked risotto

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Cook this simple storecupboard risotto in the oven while you get on with something else – the result is still wonderfully creamy

Quick Caesar salad with roast chicken & bacon

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Turn this favourite salad into a speedy midweek meal with slices of bacon-wrapped chicken

Learn to make spaghetti carbonara

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Master this hearty pasta dish and you’ll never be stuck for a quick supper

Broccoli pesto pasta

A new delicious version of the Italian favourite, pesto pasta, with broccoli

Easy oven frittata

Sure to become a firm family favourite, this dish is packed with peas, sweetcorn and peppers – it’ll help you get your 5-a-day

Fennel gratin

Bored with the same old side dishes? Fennel is the versatile ingredient with a slight aniseed flavour that goes gorgeously with fish

Creamy baked onions

Creamy onions that are perfect accompanying a roast dinner whether meat or veggie

The River Cafe’s winter minestrone

A really thick, filling minestrone soup – tastes even better after a day

Creamy ham, leek & mushroom spaghetti

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Creamy pasta needn't be off the menu when you're watching your weight – this one's low-fat

Baked haddock & cabbage risotto

A must for fish lovers and a great meal-in-one – use whatever fish you have

Garlic & basil ciabatta

Perfect as a starter or as a side dish for a dinner party