Coconut pastries (gujiya)

Make this version of a popular Indian sweet filled with gently spiced coconut, almonds and raisins. They’re usually made to celebrate the festival of Holi

Chicken arrabbiata stew & parmesan dumplings

Try a modern take on stew and dumplings with Italian classic tomato alla arrabbiata and parmesan dumplings. Simple and oh so comforting.

Bangers ‘n’ mash with onion gravy

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Make sausages and mash with love and you’re in for a real treat. We’ve perfected this recipe to make it the very best it can be

School-days sprinkle sponge

Fancy a trip down memory lane? This classic school-days sprinkle sponge will do the trick. Serve as an afternoon treat, or for dessert with warm custard

Afghan-style chicken korma with dried sour plums

Add dried sour plums to this Afghan-inspired curry to impart an interesting salty, sour flavour. If you can’t get them, use dried sour cherries instead.

Cinnamon custard pie

Love custard tarts or pastel de nata? Try GF member Sue Tappin’s recipe for cinnamon-topped custard pie – it’s deliciously decadent.

Quick & puffy flatbreads

Whip up these speedy flatbreads for an Indian-style feast. They’re like a cheat’s version of naan bread, and are great for mopping up a curry.

Paneer & chickpea fry

Enjoy this fragrant paneer and chickpea fry with onion pickle garnish as part of an Indian-inspired feast

Lamb bhuna

Make this stunning lamb bhuna a day or two ahead of a big family feast – slow-cooked curries are better when the flavours have time to develop.

Carrot pakoras

Forget food waste and use up bits of limp veg to make these sensational pakoras. Broccoli, cauliflower, green beans, courgettes and cabbage also work well.