Baked aubergine stuffed with roast pumpkin, feta & walnut with minted courgettes

New Zealand chef Peter Gordon showcases seasonal flavours in this impressive, healthy vegetarian meal

Quick beef & broccoli noodles

Quick, tasty, low-fat and it uses your storecupboard basics. A perfect mid-week meal

Egg, bacon & bean bowl

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A satisfying salad that’s not too high in calories, but meaty enough to be a main meal, for the whole family

Pan-fried smoked salmon with green beans & chives

A well-balanced meal for a supper treat

Corn chowder with garlic croûtons

Warming, tasty, filling – just ideal when friends or family pop round unannounced

Cottage pie

This great-value family favourite freezes beautifully and is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser

Roast lamb with spring herb crumbs

This iron-rich dish is ideal for a weekend with family and friends

Very chocolatey cake

An indulgent chocolate cake that kids can make for a friend's birthday or as a family treat

Quick sticky toffee puddings

Discover a shameless shortcut to this family favourite pud

Crispy Mongolian lamb

Braise lamb breast with aromatics then grill until crisp and serve with noodles for a cheap but chic meal for two

Homemade marzipan thins

Sweet treats for friends and family

Summer salad with anchovy dressing

A filling main-meal salad bursting with fresh veg – just leave out the anchovies for a veggie version