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

Sweet potato salad

This simple healthy salad of baked potato chunks makes a great alternative to mayonnaise-based versions

Navarin d’agneau

Delicious lamb, potato and vegetable dish – a hearty seasonal meal that you can make a day ahead

Summer fish stew with rouille

Conjure up thoughts of Mediterranean holidays with this light but indulgent meal for two

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

Masala chicken pie

A Bombay potato-topped coconut curry bake that's healthy and low-fat. Snuggle up with some nutritious comfort food

New potato & green bean salad

Try to use Jersey royals in this healthy take on a picnic classic then swap the mayo for honey mustard vinaigrette

Sweet potato & goat’s cheese ravioli

Fresh pasta is incredibly satisfying to make and far easier than you may think

Crispy prawns with wasabi mayo & sweet chilli pepper dip

These tempura-style prawns with punchy dips make a great nibble to serve with drinks

One-pot cabbage & beans with white fish

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This cabbage stew is based on a peasant
dish from south-west France, called
garbure, which is served with everything
from duck to fish

Sweet potato dip with chorizo & chicory dippers

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Cater for everyone at your party with this healthy canapé of paprika dip and Spanish sausage – it’s gluten and dairy-free

Layered hummus, tabbouleh & feta picnic bowl

This salad combines delicious meze-type dishes and a layering of several Greek and Middle Eastern-inspired flavours that marry together as they sit in the fridge