Tomato & harissa stew with cheddar dumplings

Jazz up a vegetarian casserole with some spicy North African flavours and hearty cheese dumplings

Asparagus & Parmesan pastries

A chef’s favourite treat is ready-rolled pastry. Perfect for a quick, easy, impressive supper, at any time of year

Celery ‘string’ blue cheese & walnut salad

Add a touch of indulgence to this autumnal salad with creamy blue cheese and wholesome walnuts

Tomato & caramelised onion tart tatin

A vegetarian and savoury version of tart tatin – perfect for a light supper

Spinach & three cheese cannelloni

A delicious Italian-style veggie main – make ahead and freeze

Spring vegetable soup with basil pesto

A former magazine cover star, this satisfying soup is special enough for entertaining and easy enough to size down

Stilton & chutney rarebit bites

The chutney for this moreish canape can be
made in bigger quantities and stored in jars for a couple of
months – delicious with cheese and crackers

The ultimate makeover: French onion soup

Angela Nilsen gives the French classic a makeover, losing the butter and beef stock to make a lighter soup that’s still full of flavour

Roast pumpkin & spinach lasagne

Nothing is as comforting as a rich creamy lasagne and the sweet, earthy flavours of this veggie classic are well worth the effort

Braised summer vegetable pisto with emerald sauce & fried egg

Gutsy flavours and bright colours on the plate make this imaginative vegetarian dish a winner for a light weekend lunch

Spiced parsnip soup

This warming vegetarian soup makes a great autumnal starter or a hearty lunch with homemade bread

Ultimate French omelette

The omelette is one of the most fundamental dishes in any cook's arsenal, and this recipe will teach you how to get it right every time