Potted ham

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This simple starter is a great way to use up leftover ham and you can freeze it ahead

Turkey tonnato salad

Tuna mayo on turkey may sound like an odd combination, but trust us! This Italian-style light lunch dish is the perfect remedy for Christmas excesses

Sugar-dusted snowflake cake

Give your Christmas cake a stylish and professional finish this year with this sparkling decoration idea

Blackberry zabaglione

Italian zabaglione is lovely rippled with a few crushed berries for a quick, outstanding dessert

Mexican wraps with simple salsa

A delicious yet impressive recipe for Mexican wraps that all the family will love – ready in just 15 mins

Hot dressed sweet potato, fennel & feta parcels

Serve this hot salad in its foil so you lose none of the citrus dressing transferring it to a plate

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