Honey popcorn
This honey popcorn is the perfect snack for a movie night, or just for any birthday party! You can even roll it into balls for fun finger food.
Traditional lemonade
The recipe is easy to make, and a great excuse to teach kids what traditional lemonade tastes like. So much better than store bought!
Jelly boats
These cute little jelly boats are set in oranges halves and are great for kids parties.They make a great pirate party food.
Nutella fairy bread
This Nutella fairy bread is great for birthday party platters and any occasion where the kids are hungry!
Chorizo sausage salad
Spicy chorizo sausages are wonderful matched with a hearty salad of bitter leaves, beetroot and feta cheese. Enjoy this recipe as a complete meal or as part of a barbecue buffet.
Rhubarb and yoghurt cake
There's no need to cook the rhubarb before adding it to this delicious rhubarb and yoghurt cake batter. Just mix it all together and pop it in the oven for a quick, simple sweet treat.
Quinoa, walnut, feta and pomegranate salad
Quinoa is such a versatile ingredient and is a great base for a nutritious and tasty salad. Here, the cooked grains are tossed in a balsamic and maple dressing while still warm, ensuring each mouthful is packed with flavour.
Roasted tomato soup
This tomato soup has a real depth of flavour due to the roasting on of the tomatoes great for lunch or dinner with lovely crusty bread
Chorizo and haloumi penne
If you are looking for a fast pasta dish that will make a great meal in a bowl then go no further. This chorizo and haloumi penne has a delicious tomato sauce and is perfect for a night in front of the telly.
Chicken BLT’s
eat for picnics these chicken BLTs are easy to make and store before you head out. Also perfect for lunchboxes
Little orange and rhubarb cakes
Everyone loves a whole orange and almond cake. These down-sized versions are topped with roasted rhubarb for a tangy sweet treat. Theyre completely gluten free as well!
Chicken, bacon and potato bake
This chicken, bacon and potato bake is filled with easy ingredients that will please adults and children alike. Serve with a nice big salad and let everyone help themselves.
Flourless chocolate cake
This rich decadent chocolate cake is gooey and has a lovely texture being flour free great for the lunch box or add cream and berries and you have a special dessert
Chewy coconut cookies
These are gorgeous quick coconut cookies that bake in less then 10 minutes
Spicy dhal soup
This hearty, mildly spiced lentil soup is a real winter warmer. It's budget-friendly, delicious and a winner in the nutrition stakes as well.
Creamy potato and onion bake
Potato bakes are often loaded with cream and fat which doesnt make them a healthy option for the family. We've reinvented the classic potato bake by using low-fat milk, light cream and adding caramelised onions for extra flavour.
Pumpkin chilli dip
This healthy dip is tasty and cheap to make, do so from leftover roast pumpkin if you like and add as much or as little chilli as you fancy, depending on how hot you like it!
Traffic light cake pops
Use shop-bought cake, melted chocolate and Smarties to make these show stoppers
Vegetarian eggplant rolls with tomato basil sauce
Believe or not, this vegetarian bake recipe is not only kid friendly - its diet friendly! Soft baked eggplant is stuffed with garlic flavoured low fat ricotta and zucchini, then slathered in a rich tomato and basil sauce. Plus its easy on the diet! A great (healthy) tasty family dinner option!
Easter egg biscuits
Easter is a great time to hit the kitchen with the kids and get baking. They'll love helping you make this easy biscuits in the shape of Easter eggs - and after they're out of the oven, they can go crazy decorating. Fun!
Homemade Doner Kebabs
These homemade doner kebabs have the same delicious lamb that you get from your Middle Eastern takeaway. Make it at home to share with your whole family.
Chilli, lime and coriander prawns
Get these Asian-inspired prawns on the table in mere minutes for a quick as a flash dinner. Serve on a bed of jasmine rice with some steamed Asian veggies for a truly sensational seafood dish
Christmas tree cookies recipe
Cookies made with Smarties or M&M's are always a hit with the kids, and nothing beats homemade. These ones are decorated in the shape of a Christmas tree for a fun holiday treat.
Profiteroles with hot chocolate
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Chicken, cheese and vegetable patties
Fussy toddlers will really enjoy these delish chicken, cheese and vegetable patties. Pop one in a bun for a tasty burger or eat on it's own in your fingers. Either way, these tasty morsels will be a huge hit!
Swedish meatballs
Make these tasty meatballs as a main meal or serve them as a party food with the lovely savoury sauce to dip them in. Either way, they're yum!
Choux pastry recipe
This recipe works well does exactly what it should every time. It can be used for eclairs or desserts or for savoury.
Caramel swirl cake
This easy recipe combines butter cake with the oozy decadence of an old-fashioned caramel slice. The caramel is a breeze to make, and is swirled through the cake batter for a delicious result.
How to use the winter meal plan
Winter food is all about comfort and keeping your energy up for those cooler days. It is healthy, nutrient-rich food that warms the bones while boosting the family's immunity against winter colds and flu.
New Mexican con carne on a baked potato
Ring the changes with chilli con carne by making this version to serve on top of baked potatoes. Packed full of spices and veggies, it's a healthy midweek meal when you've got lots of hungry mouths to feed.