Quick kimchi

This Korean classic is made by fermenting cabbage and carrots in a tangy, spicy sauce – try this speedy version for a tasty side dish

Lighter Creamy vanilla rice pudding

Use semi-skimmed milk and half-fat crème fraîche to cut the calories and fat of this comforting childhood classic

Lighter Fish finger sarnies

Slash the fat, salt and calories in this comfort food classic, with homemade haddock fingers served on ciabatta as open sandwiches

Lighter chicken cacciatore

The classic Italian ‘hunter’s stew’ gets a healthy makeover, with low-fat chicken breasts, prosciutto and a rich herby tomato sauce

Poached beef & noodles (Gyudon)

This low-fat Japanese classic is quick to put together, with tender rump steak and glass vermicelli noodles made from mung beans

Filo-crusted smoked haddock, cheese & leek pie

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Tom Kerridge’s filo pastry topping and smoked fish filling adds bold textures and flavours to an otherwise classic dinner party dish

Grilled chicken & noodles (Bun ga nuong)

Serve spiced chicken thigh patties with a caramel glaze on a bed of rice noodles and julienned carrots for a classic Vietnamese dish bursting with flavour

Rose baklava

Serve sweet, sticky squares of this cinnamon and almond-filled pastry as a light dessert to end a Greek dinner party or Sunday roast

Spanish tortilla

Make a classic Spanish omelette filled with pan-fried potatoes and onion. It makes a delicious light vegetarian meal or an easy tapas dish

Dark & white chocolate cardamom swirl tart

Layer up two types of chocolate ganache on a biscuit base to make a stunning marbled tart – perfect as a dinner party dessert

Courgetti Bolognese

Spiralized courgettes make a healthier alternative to pasta in the classic spaghetti Bolognese – use turkey mince for a low-calorie sauce

Little pistachio cakes

These nutty little cupcakes, topped with cream cheese icing make a pretty addition to any buffet dessert or afternoon tea spread