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

Chicken & mushroom puff pie

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

This is just what you need on a cold night. Serve with creamy mashed potatoes

Grape jelly

This slightly tart, vibrant red jelly makes a lovely change from the usual jams

Sesame chicken with soy dip

Liven up chicken breasts with an easy crunchy coating and serve with an Oriental-style dipping sauce