Heritage carrots with hazelnut granola

Try these caramelised, nutty carrots as a stunning side dish. You can make the granola up to two days in advance and keep it in an airtight container

Boondi laddu

Celebrate Diwali with boondi laddu, a traditional Indian sweetmeat, made with fried gram flour droplets soaked in cardamom and saffron syrup

Chocolate apples

Make these chocolate apples as a treat for a kids’ party. Great for Bonfire Night or Halloween, cover in chopped nuts, sprinkles and honeycomb pieces

Halwa

Try whipping up some halwa, a traditional Indian dessert made from either semolina or carrots, plus nuts and cardamom. Ours is made with semolina

Kale pesto & chicken gnocchi

Go green with our kale pesto and chicken gnocchi, full of nutritious ingredients. A balanced, easy dish, it’s ideal for busy days and takes just 20 minutes

Caramelised squash & spinach lasagne

Enjoy this veggie lasagne, with layers of spinach and slow-roasted squash. Add in some sage and a little crunch from golden pine nuts for a comforting supper

Winter tabbouleh

Combine cauliflower, fennel, bulgur wheat, nuts and pomegranate seeds to make this winter version of tabbouleh. It’s delicious served as a side dish

Grazing platter

Gather together all your favourite nibbles and combine the best of a cheeseboard and charcuterie platter for this indulgent selection of party food

Zesty & crunchy sprout slaw

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Have this sprout slaw up your sleeve for the festive period. Serve with ham or leftover meat in a sandwich, or simply in a big bowl topped with nuts or feta

Carrot pilaf with coriander chutney

Try this healthy pilaf filled for an easy midweek meal. With cashew nuts, veg and spices, it’s not only tasty but budget-friendly too. Top with coriander chutney

Spiced gram flour ladoo (besan ladoo)

Try this classic Indian sweet at Diwali. Besan ladoo is made with nutty fried gram flour enriched with fragrant saffron, chopped cashews and homemade ghee

Pistachio barfi

Enjoy this traditional Indian sweet treat at special occasions such as Diwali. With the texture of soft marzipan, it’s richly indulgent and beautifully spiced