Tomato & rice soup

This low-fat soup is great for using up rice and pesto – it makes a substantial and hearty main course

Spiced fruit & pistachio bread wreath

Take the eccles cake to a whole new level by using the classic currant filling to make this decorative bread

Chocolate sponge with hot chocolate custard

This rich, sticky chocolate cake is given a low-fat ‘bakeover’, then served with chocolate custard for a perfect retro, weekend pud

Lighter chicken katsu

Angela Nilsen makes this Japanese crumbed chicken dish with curry sauce healthier by using some clever swaps to slash the fat and calories

Coconut & mango sponge

This thrifty traybake sponge used canned fruit and coconut yogurt. Cut into squares and serve up at a party or cake sale

Beef & lentil cottage pie with cauliflower & potato topping

Try a new topping for your comforting bake by adding cauliflower and a little cheddar cheese – there’ll be some leftover for a second meal, too

Chocolate, raspberry & rose Battenberg gateau

Traditional Battenberg is given a bakeover with this chocolate, rose and raspberry chequerboard cake

Easiest ever Battenberg

This classic chequerboard cake wrapped in marzipan is easier to achieve than you think

Cornish crab bisque with lemony croutons

Go beyond your average blend with this luxurious creamy shellfish soup, flavoured with saffron, brandy and fennel

Egg & veggie pittas

Cram wholemeal bread pockets with healthy aubergine, beetroot and carrot, then add a garlic and dill yogurt and eggs

Lemon roulade

Classic lemon drizzle cake gets a 'bakeover'. This striped sponge roll is filled with lemon mascarpone

Chocolate gingerbread brownie bars with fudgy icing

These luxurious bars are based on a classic flourless cake, so they're rich and light in equal measure