Leek & goat’s cheese tartlets

An easily assembled recipe for a smart vegetarian main course

Portuguese braised steak & onions

In Portugal this braise would be served with fried potatoes or rice, but it goes just as well with a pillow of buttery mash

Stuffed mushroom bruschettas

The big mushrooms cook to a moist meatiness under their cloak of peppers and melting goat’s cheese, a veggie dish anyone will enjoy.

Summer celebration cake

This fruity cake is impressive but easy to make – perfect for birthdays or for dessert

Herby roast chicken with garlic lemon toasts

Crunchy lemon toasts make an unusual addition to this succulent family weekend dish

Smoked trout & cucumber open sandwiches

This fresh and healthy lunchtime filler is ready in a flash

Easy pea & mint soup

This chilled, no-cook dish makes a refreshing starter

Creamy bread & onion sauce

A delicious necessity for any turkey roast

Crushed raspberry creams

Barney Desmazery’s tasty berry dessert is both creamy and low in fat – no cooking needed

Garlic bread toasts

A simple rustic side dish