Raspberry & lemon polenta cake

Give your sponge an Italian twist with Jane Hornby’s easy-to-make polenta cake

Pecan tassies

These are a favourite with American families and make a great alternative to mince pies

Cream of cauliflower soup with sprinkles

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Offer this velvety soup at a dinner party with a pick-and-mix of made-ahead sprinkles

Mulled pears with Roquefort dressing

Pear, blue cheese and toasted nuts is a combination made in heaven

Spicy corn, black bean & feta salad

An exciting main-course salad, packed with interesting flavours and textures and a hit of spice

Chilli potato stack with squash & garlic butter sauce

Whether you make a cosy bake for a crowd or impressive individual portions, this smart veggie main is a tasty winter main

Moroccan chicken one-pot

You don't need a clay pot to whip up a fragrant, North Africa tagine – throw it all in a casserole dish and top with feta, mint and lemon

Bramley Apple and Wensleydale Cobbler

This toothsome cobbler is best served piping hot from the oven.

Sparkling lemon & amaretti ice

This decadent dessert with its creamy cheesecake flavour can be frozen complete with its topping, leaving you more time to spend with friends during the festive season

Spring salad with watercress dressing

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Savour all the flavours of an Italian spring with this salad with a British twist

Salmon & chive bagel topper

Mix your fish with cream cheese and herbs for a low-fat and healthy sandwich filling

Harissa chicken traybake with peppers & feta

Roast up some chicken with North African spices and storecupboard peppers for a great last-minute supper