Cuisine

Raspberry and cinnamon muffins
A good handful of chocolate chips makes a delicious addition here

Chestnut mushroom soup
A lovely little soup which looks gorgeous served with a swirl of cream

Potato, tomato and coconut curry
A tasty meat-free dish that is a meal in itself

Quick fruity scones from Gary Rhodes
Children will enjoy weighing out the ingredients and then cutting out the scones with a pastry cutter

Blueberry and marmalade pancakes
A great way to start the day or to round off a family meal. These can be made ahead of time and kept warm until ready to serve

Fruity granola with rhubarb

Spaghetti fish supper
Prawns turn a simple spaghetti dish into a dinner-time treat

Mince pie and Armagnac ice cream
The perfect way to use up those pesky Christmas leftovers

Lemon, lime and ginger cheesecake
This dessert needs to be chilled overnight. Make one large cheesecake, or four individual ones to give a personal touch

Drop scones with smoked bacon and honey drizzle
For breakfast, brunch or a light lunch, these are easy to make and guaranteed to please. Any leftover bacon pieces can be used as a topping for salads or jacket potatoes