Classic pesto

You can whizz up your own delicious pesto in under 15 minutes – it’s great for a fast-fix meal

Courgette & ricotta pasta

Soft Italian cheeses like ricotta make a great sauce base when mixed with lemon, greens, herbs and pine nuts

Smart crab linguine

Italian pasta ribbons work beautifully with sweet crabmeat, peppery rocket, lemon and garlic- a perfect solo supper

Energy bites

Shape a mix of peanut butter, flaxseeds, pecans, raisins and coconut into balls for a healthy, energy-boosting snack

Sprouts with sticky shallots

Spruce up the humble sprout by serving al denté with sweet onions and crunchy nuts

Brownie fudge pie

This gooey chocolate dessert is given a hint of spice with cinnamon in the pastry. It freezes well for an easy dinner party dessert

Maple pecan beans

Smarten up a side dish with a drizzle of maple syrup and and a handful of crunchy nuts

Tangy trout

Try this healthy trout recipe for a light summer supper

Raspberry Coffee Time muffin

The perfect coffee break treat

Broccoli pesto pasta

A new delicious version of the Italian favourite, pesto pasta, with broccoli

Mediterranean stuffed peppers

Serve these vibrant stuffed peppers to veggie dinner party guests, then keep any leftovers for lunch the next day

Stuffed baked trout

This reader recipe from Maureen Byrd is packed with fresh flavours and good-for-you ingredients