Vegetarian pastitsio

In our veggie version of this Greek pasta dish, budget-friendly lentils replace the meat and we’ve used a little balsamic vinegar instead of grape

Taramasalata

Whip up homemade taramasalata instead of using shop-bought. It’s easier than you might think and is a great addition to a grazing platter

Chicken pesto orzo salad

Elevate standard pasta salad by using orzo and pesto. The dish also offers a good way to make the most of asparagus while it’s in season in the spring, too

Royal summer trifle

Wow a crowd with this fruity trifle. It serves 10, making it ideal as a sharing dessert for an al fresco party to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

One-pot green bean, potato & pesto pasta

For a speedy and nutritious midweek meal, combine pesto and greens with pasta and new potatoes – a light supper for long summer evenings

Air fryer chicken thighs

Cooking chicken thighs in an air fryer is a speedy way to achieve succulent meat with a delicious crispy skin. A spicy coating makes the perfect finishing touch

Whipped ricotta, spring onion & leek matzo lasagne

Rustle up a matzo lasagne, a supper-time staple for many Jewish families over Passover. This version is made with spring onions, leeks, spinach and ricotta

Air fryer salmon

Salmon fillets cook beautifully in an air fryer and make a delicious meal when coated in a herb seasoning and served with greens and grains

Air fryer chicken breasts

Use an air fryer to create this tempting dish of tender chicken breasts coated in garlic, sweet paprika and herbs. Mix up the spices for interest or keep it plain if you prefer

Air fryer sweet potato fries

Create wonderfully cooked sweet potato fries in an air fryer using very little oil. Then toss in sweet smoked paprika, Cajun or BBQ seasonings to ramp up the flavour

Air fryer baked potatoes

Try baking potatoes in an air fryer to achieve a crisp skin with a fluffy centre. The process is quicker and more energy-efficient than using the oven

Crunchy chopped salad

Encourage kids to learn essential kitchen skills with this crunchy salad made with pomegranate seeds. The recipe is easy for children aged seven to 11 to follow