Aubergine, tomato & Parmesan bake (Melanzane alla Parmigiana)

Every Italian cook has their own version of this classic aubergine dish. It’s even better made a day ahead

Date, banana & rum loaf

A tasty cake with no added fat or sugar – try it to believe it. Plus it’s easily made gluten-free

Blackberry & apple Yorkshire puddings

Make your Yorkies a sweet treat with this tasty variation, perfect to end a mammoth Sunday roast

Purple sprouting broccoli, leek & almond tart

This stunning vegetarian tart is no trouble to make, as it’s made with a packet of puff pastry

Chicken chow mein

This speedy, kid-friendly supper is a great way of cramming a good variety of vegetables into one meal

Mascarpone & marmalade ice cream

This grown-up ice cream is total heaven with anything chocolaty

Microwave meringues in minutes

Watch these effortless meringues quadruple in size as they cook in under two minutes

Cookies & cream ice cream

Your guests will be impressed with this rich and indulgent ice cream

Parsnip, cranberry & chestnut loaf

A modern take on the nut loaf, this makes a great vegetarian centrepiece for Christmas Day or a special dinner

Clotted cream & stem ginger ice cream

Add a zing to your ice cream with Rick Stein’s spicy suggestions

Millionaire’s chocolate tart

A dinner party version of teatime favourite, millionaire's shortbread. It's not too bitter, so the kids will love it too

Cherry chocolate Pavlova

Finish your meal with this impressive dessert, with billowing cream and fresh summer fruit