Strawberry compote with sugared drop scones

Cook your strawberries into a jam-like silky sauce then serve with scrummy drop scones and ice cream

Mix & match mini Christmas puddings

Bespoke festive puddings mean you can customise each one to individual tastes while keeping the rich fruity base the same

Mini smoked haddock Scotch eggs with asparagus dippers & watercress mayonnaise

Roll quail’s eggs up in creamy smoked fish and potato for an impressive make-ahead weekend canapé or starter

Spring greens with lemon dressing

Serve up nutritious greens with fresh garlic and lemon flavours for a healthy and versatile side dish

Baked aubergine stuffed with roast pumpkin, feta & walnut with minted courgettes

New Zealand chef Peter Gordon showcases seasonal flavours in this impressive, healthy vegetarian meal

Tangy lemon pudding with lemon meringue ice cream

Alison Coulling puts a stylish twist on a classic, winning over the judges in the search for Britain’s Best Pud

DIY kofta burgers

With these quick, easy and cheap koftas, there's no excuse for hitting the kebab van

White chocolate & cherry loaf

This indulgent cake is perfect for tea in the garden

Nutty, fruity, festive muffin tarts

The perfect sweet offering for the Christmas holidays, these tarts are a delicious cross between mince pies and muffins

Pickled pears & cheese platter

This stunning prepare-ahead starter can be served on individual plates, or just gather everyone around for drinks in the kitchen