Pesce spada steccato e grigliato (Griddled garlic & mint studded swordfish)

Carmelita Caruana celebrates the tastes of Sicily with this exciting fish dish – mint and garlic work so well together

Venetian-style scallops

A quick but impressive starter of plump scallops scattered with toasted breadcrumbs

Favourite pasta salad

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

A low-fat, zesty salad, perfect for a summer lunchbox – vary with your favourite ingredients

Flourless chocolate & pear cake

A light, but luscious cake made with hazelnuts – serve a slice for dessert with a dollop of crème fraîche

Strawberry & white chocolate millefeuille

You might be used to having basil with tomatoes, but try it with summer fruits in this prepare-ahead dessert

Easy apple tarts

Melt-in-the mouth pastry and sweet tender apples are a match made in heaven

Banana tarte Tatin

Caramel, bananas and buttery pastry work beautifully in this pretty dessert, serve with an indulgent dollop of rum spiced cream

Redcurrant sorbet

Try this refreshing redcurrant sorbet for an alternative low fat dessert

Spice roasted fruits with honey & orange sauce

Tom Kime’s summery dessert is very simple and it looks absolutely stunning

Tortellini with ricotta, spinach & bacon

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This crunchy and creamy pasta is special enough for summer entertaining

Poached plums

Cook a comforting autumn dessert using these gently spiced, poached plums. Or make them the star of the show simply served with cream, custard or ice cream

Millionaire’s chocolate tart

A dinner party version of teatime favourite, millionaire's shortbread. It's not too bitter, so the kids will love it too