• Pine nut & honey tart

    Pine nut & honey tart

    This make-ahead tart is the ultimate finale for a festive buffet – just make sure you have enough as guests may well want seconds

    Easy
  • Melty onion toasts

    Melty onion toasts

    Make the onion topping for this simple gastropub-style starter up to two days ahead

    Easy
  • Chocolate fondant

    Chocolate fondant

    A gooey prepare-ahead dessert that's perfect for entertaining – it's all a matter of timing…

    More effort
  • Crisp-topped sprouts

    Crisp-topped sprouts

    Spruce up your usual sprouts and add crunch and crispiness with a bread and almond-based topping

    Easy
  • Pears roasted in red wine

    Pears roasted in red wine

    A no-fuss, low-fat dessert – no need to peel the pears, just pop them in the oven and wait for the delicious sauce to form

    Easy
  • Citrus grape cake

    Citrus grape cake

    A rustic Italian-style cake made with olive oil as well as butter. Wonderful eaten warm with a scoop of ice cream for pud

    Easy
  • Lychee & ginger sorbet

    Lychee & ginger sorbet

    This refreshing make-ahead dessert is a cooling way to finish off a Chinese-themed dinner party

    Easy