White chocolate ganache

Top your cakes with a silky white chocolate ganache, or use it to make truffles. Be sure to use good-quality chocolate for the best results

Calming green soup

Pack in the veg with this healthy soup. Top with a drizzle of yogurt, some mint leaves and black pepper. It’s great reheated for lunch if you have leftovers

Cheesy leeks

These bubbling, cheesy leeks are the ultimate side dish, perfect for a Sunday roast or family meal. Top with breadcrumbs for a crisp crust

Orzo & chickpea soup

Rustle up this healthy, low-fat, low-calorie soup with orzo, chickpeas, veg and a can of chopped tomatoes. Top with grated parmesan to serve

Croissant bread sauce

Don’t waste stale croissants from Christmas morning – use them to make a rich bread sauce. For total indulgence, finish with a knob of butter to melt over the top

Gingerbread mince pies

Combine two very traditional Christmas bakes – gingerbread and mince pies – to create a brilliant modern classic. Top with mini gingerbread people.

Sprinkle & spice caramel fault-line cake

Wow guests with this magical celebration cake. Layers of gently spiced sponge are wrapped in fluffy vanilla buttercream and glittering sparkles – this bake is something special

Bean & feta dip

Transform a can of white beans into this easy dip. Top with pickled onions to serve and enjoy as a snack or starter alongside pitta chips or crudités

Mackerel paté

Blend smoked mackerel with soft cheese, horseradish sauce and lemon juice to make this easy paté. Top with a sprinkling of cayenne and serve with toast

Roasted kohlrabi traybake

Roast kohlrabi with baby plum tomatoes and top with crème fraîche and chives for a dinner or side that’s full of flavour. It’s a great dish for autumn

Smoked salmon, leek & dill tart

Use ready-to-roll puff pastry in place of shortcrust as the base for this quiche and top with smoked salmon trimmings and leeks

Air-fryer tuna pasta bake

Make this comfort food classic with your air-fryer. Top with mozzarella, and serve warm with salad or your favourite sides