Fettuccini

I made this fettuccini using a Pasta Maker, and I was impressed at how quick and delicious fresh pasta was to make! This simple recipe is cheap, easy and ready in no time.

Fast hoisin chicken stirfry

This fast chicken stir-fry can be prepared in under 20 minutes. Using pre-prepared noodles and ready-cut chicken will help you get this fast healthy meal on the table in no time. It's tasty and has crispy vegetables that are bright and packed full of nutrition.

White bean dip

If you like hummus then try this white bean dip for something a little bit different. It's easy to make, tastes delicious and is a great source of protein.

Tandoori chicken

You can enjoy the tastes of Indian cooking without having to make a curry with these delicious tandoori-marinated chicken breast pieces. Just cook up a little rice, combine yoghurt and cucumber and you have a very tasty Indian meal that’s super-simple to make

Healthy caramel dip

This is a really fantastic, healthy treat for all kids. They’ll love the deep caramel flavour and you’ll love how good it is for them! Dip healthy apples and pears for the perfect snack.

Cheesy Potato Bake

This cheesy potato bake is easy to make and a tasty accompaniment to a BBQ chicken and salad. Using plenty of cheese and cream, the recipe also includes a little fried bacon to give it an extra crunch.

Olive focaccia

Making bread isn't as hard as you might think. This foccacia is topped with olives and garlic for a delicious bake that will make your whole house smell gorgeous.

Meringue wreaths recipe

These meringue wreaths are light and a bit chewy on the inside, and would look great glistening under some fairy lights. I've decorated with cachous and chocolate, but you could do it with jelly-tots mini raspberries or even hundreds and thousands.

Cups and saucers

These fun cups and saucers are a great recipe to make with your kids. While they look a little tricky to make, they are simply various sweets held together with icing on a biscuit. Yum!

Cold pizza strips

I made up the sauce recipe when my youngest refused to eat vegetables. It is a fast and healthy base sauce. You can use the leftover sauce for another meal, perhaps a pasta dish during the week or a base for a meat sauce.

Sweet potato and pear puree

This sweet potato and pear puree is a great first food for babies thanks to its sweet taste and soft texture. The sweet potato pairs well with pear (yes, that was deliberate!) – a natural extension and introduction to veggies if pear was their first taste of regular food.