Kale & apple soup with walnuts

Make the most of seasonal kale and give this soup added depth with sweet apple and a crunchy walnut topping – perfect as a healthy lunch

Oven-baked smoked salmon, pepper & pesto tortilla

Use up leftover potatoes in this indulgent Spanish omelette packed with earthy smoked salmon, sweet, roasted red peppers and pesto

Oaty mackerel & horseradish fish cakes

These smoked mackerel and potato fish cakes coated with crunchy oats and served with salad are packed with fibre and omega-3

Mint-chocolate bark with pretzels

These little triple chocolate bites make a great addition to a sweet party buffet, or an attractive edible gift

Crunchy peanut & toffee bonbons

Serve these gorgeous peanut butter and milk chocolate balls as a party buffet sweet treat, or wrap up as an edible gift

Korean beef bulgogi skewers

Sweet pineapple is combined with salty soy sauce in a delicious marinade for these sirloin steak canapés – great for a party buffet

Butternut soup with crispy sage & apple croutons

The apple and sage contrast beautifully with naturally sweet butternut squash in this low-fat, gluten-free festive dinner party starter

Glazed sprouts with caramelised red onions

Fry red onions in butter until golden and fragrant, then cover with a sweet and tangy sherry vinegar dressing for a delicious Christmas side

Sesame paneer wraps

Coat cubes of paneer with crunchy sesame seeds and fry, then wrap with crisp salad for a filling vegetarian lunch or weeknight dinner

Funky fudge

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Don’t stick to standard flavours for homemade fudge – try these combinations of sweet with salty and zesty with fiery black pepper

Spicy satay wings with peanut sauce

These chicken wings are marinated, then baked until crisp and golden, served with a fiery, crunchy peanut sauce – the ultimate party buffet food

Fruitcake with cheese & apples

The classic combination of apples and cheese is given a lift with thin slices of sweet fruitcake – a great festive party canapé or buffet treat