Swede & parsnip bake

A mixed mash of favourite winter root veg with a crispy herb topping, which can be chilled or frozen ahead

Rosy rhubarb compote

A low in fat, vibrant dessert to impress your guests

Spring onion & halloumi bruschetta with carrot & saffron salsa

An interesting new starter idea of fried cheese from Cyprus, crispy toasted sourdough bread and a carrot topping

White chocolate cake

Get creative with toppings to make a treat for family and friends – or add these bite-sized cakes to your next bake sale

Mango & passion fruit fool

You’ll need just four ingredients to make this exotic dessert, a no-fuss finish to your meal

Banana-maple towers

A smart, low fat dessert to impress your guests

Triple ginger cheesecake

A no-cook cheesecake, topped off with seasonal fruit, from Good Food reader Jacque Smith

Jaffa sorbet

Make the most of your Jaffa Cakes with this low-fat dessert – ideal after a food-laden Christmas

Brandy butter ice cream

Throw a fresh spin on a favourite, festive sauce by serving as a sweet and creamy frozen dessert or accompaniment

Creamy lentil & spinach soup with bacon

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A smooth, blended soup served with crispy bacon topping – a luxurious and warming bowl of goodness

Almond meringue with summer berries

Chef Jeremy Lee uses raspberries from his native Scotland in this sumptuous summer dessert

How to use up olives

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Bet you’ve got half-used jars lurking at the back of your cupboards. Here are 10 ideas to finish up those olives