Stewed lamb

This dish, as with all stews, tastes best the day after it's made when the meat is tender and has soaked up all the flavour it can

Classic spaghetti Bolognese

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

This classic recipe stays as true to the Italian way as possible – no garlic, white wine instead of red and a little milk splashed in at the end. A great source of iron and folate

Bangers with Welsh rarebit mash

This cheesy twist on a British classic will keep everyone warm on Bonfire Night. Use your favourite sausage variety – herby Lincolnshire, leek or apple flavours work well

Boxing Day scones

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Turn your forlorn Christmas leftovers into a round of warm fresh scones, the perfect welcome for last-minute guests between Christmas and New Year

French toast bacon butties

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Sweet eggy bread and salty bacon are ideal partners in this indulgent bacon sarnie. Sprinkle with icing sugar and drizzle with your favourite syrup

Mexican bean soup with guacamole

This warming, spiced vegetarian soup packs in goodness and is filling too. The quick-to-assemble guacamole topping tastes as good as it looks

Creamy leek & bean soup

This healthy, low-fat soup is based on the classic leek and potato, but cannellini beans replace the potatoes – as they contribute to your 5-a-day

Christmas brownies

Chocolate truffles, amaretti biscuits and a few edible Christmas flourishes make these festive brownies an extra-special dessert no one could resist

Classic Italian lasagne

Theo Randall shares his authentic Italian lasagne recipe, with a creamy béchamel sauce and classic defined layers. Everyone's favourite family meal

Roasted aubergine & tomato curry

Slightly sweet with added richness from the coconut milk, this simple vegan curry is a winner. It's also freezable if you need a quick midweek fix

Vegan lemon cheesecake

An easy no-cook cheesecake that's dairy-free and gluten-free with just a little agave syrup to sweeten. A lusciously lemony vegan dessert the family will love

Laxpudding

A potato gratin with dill and gravadlax, layered and baked, this very easy recipe is a good post-Christmas dish. You could also make it with smoked salmon