Fruit & spice soda bread

A traditional Irish loaf that uses bicarbonate of soda instead of yeast – this version is sweetly spiced with fruit and oats

Leftover veg & orange cake

A novel way to use up root vegetables is to bake up a sweet, moist sponge with citrus flavours

Melon spritzers

Blend honeydew, Galia or cantaloupes into a cooling wine-based cocktail with apple juice and lime

Roasted stone fruits

Bake peaches, nectarines and apricots in Italian Marsala wine, honey and butter and serve warm with ice cream

Bonfire Night baked potatoes

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Transform a basic baked spud with a rich melted cheese topping, inspired by a classic dish from the French Alps

Korean rice pot

A one pot rice dish is a fab way to use up leftovers – this one combines healthy veg and turkey, topped with fried egg

Coconut & cinnamon place-name cookies

Personalised biscuits are an impressive finishing touch when you’re setting a table for dinner with friends and family

Italian bean & olive salad

A superhealthy side salad, packed full of vitamin C and perfect for al fresco eating

Seared scallops with flavoured greens

Cooking for friends? This sophisticated starter is a taste sensation with lemon, anchovies and garlic packing a punch

Chestnut & butternut risotto

This comforting Italian rice supper is a great way to use up leftover chestnuts