Lentil & lemon fettuccine

This simple peasant-style dish is hugely satisfying and packed with protein

Fragrant roast chicken

A great make ahead roast – it’s delicous cold, or eat it straight out of the oven. Yum

The ultimate makeover: Chocolate mousse

This sophisticated dessert is great for a dinner party, or for a lighter family pud use ordinary dark chocolate with less cocoa solids

Thick yogurt & herb dip

Try this Middle Eastern-inspired dip, also known as labneh, with crunchy carrot sticks

Lemon curd & blueberry loaf cake

Kids can help make this simple springtime treat – delicious with extra lemon curd and yogurt as a pud, or serve with a cuppa

Raspberry coconut ices

A yummy treat on a hot day, get the kids to help make these yogurt-based lollies

Sticky banana & maple cake

This childhood favourite is sticky, indulgent and completely moreish

Rogan josh

This lamb curry's a popular restaurant classic that's really easy to make at home

Warm honey cup puddings

Serve these classic make-ahead Greek desserts with a scoop of quick homemade pistachio ice cream

Crusty cheddar pies

This recipe has been designed to be made ahead and frozen – a family-friendly batch pie, with cheesy mashed potato atop hidden broccoli, leeks and celery

English madeleines

Give these French classics the British tea party treatment by baking the coconut sponges in a cone shape and serving with cherry jam glaze

Baked nectarines with almonds & Marsala

Create a delicious Italian-style topping for peaches and nectarines for a simple summer dessert