Candy cane lollipops

These pretty sweet treats take just 15 minutes to make from just three ingredients – perfect as a last-minute edible gift or stocking filler

Snow globe hot chocolate

Marshmallows and strawberry laces transform into a snowman in this cute edible gift idea – a hot chocolate kit in a jam jar – perfect family fun

Griddled lettuce & peas

This quick and healthy side dish makes the perfect accompaniment to salmon, white fish, chicken and lamb

Celeriac & parsnip bake

This vegetable side dish is full of flavour with thyme, mustard seeds, red wine vinegar and chicken stock – perfect with a Sunday roast

Stir-fried lettuce

Pan-fry iceberg lettuce with garlic and oyster sauce for an unusual side dish – perfect with Asian main courses or curries

Minced chicken & prawn lettuce parcels

These bite-sized lettuce cups are packed with fresh Asian flavours such as lemongrass and chilli – perfect as a light starter or canapés

Crunchy smoked sweet potato chips

Coat chunky pieces of sweet potato with cornmeal or polenta and paprika for a smoky, crispy side dish

Apple crisps

This healthy baked snack has just one ingredient – perfect for garnishing desserts, fruity hot drinks, or eaten as a pick-me-up

Coconut & squash dhansak

This quick and easy vegetarian curry is perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner – with butternut squash, coconut milk, lentils and spinach

Treacle apple tart

The apple and tangy lemon cuts through the syrup nicely in this pretty dessert – perfect if you normally find treacle tart too sweet

Squidgy pumpkin & ginger loaf

Use up your Halloween pumpkin leftovers in this dense, sticky loaf cake which pairs the sweet earthiness of squash with warming ginger

Papaya, beansprout & mangetout salad

Pair crunchy vegetables and nuts with sweet papaya fruit in this interesting side dish – perfect with Asian flavoured main courses