Blackberry coulis

This vibrant and versatile fruit sauce is perfect for serving with ice cream, pancakes or layered up in creamy desserts

Plums & blackberries in rosemary syrup

This seasonal dessert is can be prepared in advance with any leftovers perfect for breakfast

Christmas morning spiced bread

This festive bread can be made ahead and frozen and makes a lovely treat for breakfast on Christmas morning

Basic curry sauce

Make batches of this versatile curry sauce

Forest fruit & banana smoothie

For a smooth start to your day try this ultra-easy breakfast drink

Low-sugar marmalade

A healthy version of the classic breakfast preserve with an intense fruit flavour

Spring greens, fennel & apples

A healthy, versatile side dish, fit for any dinner table – these fresh, crisp flavours will go with roast meat or fish

Couscous with courgette, fried onions & herbs

Jazz up this versatile grain with coriander, dill and mint, plus lots of grated greens, storecupboard chickpeas and rocket

Crispy bacon & sausage carbonara

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Eggs, bacon and sausage – not a breakfast plate, but a delicious budget pasta dish with creamy sauce and parsley

Vegan smoothie

A dairy-free vegan smoothie with fruit juice, tofu and oats to power you up at breakfast or provide sustenance for exercise

Nearly spring peas

A simple and versatile side dish of braised peas and lettuce that’s fresh, healthy and low fat

Thin-stemmed broccoli with hoisin sauce & fried shallots

A versatile and low-fat side that goes well with other Chinese dishes