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White sourdough

This recipe uses a levain (a dedicated quantity of well-fed starter). You'll need a 1kg banneton or proving basket, and a bench scraper. A disposable plastic shower cap is also a handy piece of kit, brilliant...

Author: Annie Rigg

Winter pasta salad

Author: Georgina Hayden

Cambridge burnt cream

Author: Christina Mackenzie

Ratatouille

We like to add extra punch to this summer stew with a dollop of vibrant salsa verde.

Author: Rebecca Rauter

Figs with pine nuts & goat's curd

Author: Georgie Socratous

Beetroot niçoise salad

A gentle twist on the French classic, this gorgeous salad is full of fresh, summery flavours.

Author: Jamie Oliver

Aperol & grapefruit citrus jellies

The classic Aperol spritz goes jelly-tastic with this delicious summery recipe!

Author: Maddie Rix

Grilled Scottish langoustines

Delicate langoustines have a bright salmon-pink hue, whether raw or cooked. Make sure they're lovely and fresh - there should be no black spots on the tail or head, and they should feel firm and plump....

Author: Christian Edwardson

Best ever cranberry & pistachio nut roast

Nut roast is the vegetarian's turkey; some crave something different but for others it's not Christmas without one. This one is different: it has a mushroom risotto base and sticky cranberries on top,...

Author: Anna Jones

Double choc brownies

Author: Laura Fyfe

Chicken wings, agrodolce style

Sticky, sweet and oh-so-delicious chicken wings - a cheap but tasty part of the bird. This is a very simple dish that invests in big flavours, so it only needs griddled bruschetta and sliced pickled onions...

Author: Jamie Oliver

Cevapi with ajvar

These flatbreads filled with grilled meat (cevapi) and red pepper sauce (ajvar) are ideal if you have your mates coming over. Make the cevapi at least a few hours before you want to cook them, or ideally...

Author: Jamie Oliver

Asparagus & halloumi salad

Author: Laura Fyfe

Mulled wine

Author: Maddie Rix

Profiteroles

Author: Laura Fyfe

Lamb chops with ratatouille

Author: Andy Harris

Delicious winter salad

This is really nice served with a simple pasta, with leftover cold meats, in a sandwich or with a simple jacket potato and knob of butter. Any leftovers can be kept in the fridge then served as a really...

Author: Jamie Oliver

Chai martini

Two lovely wintery things come together - tea and brandy - to make a great warming cocktail

Author: Giuseppe Gallo

Warm potato salad with capers & rocket

This goes well with any grilled meat, but we love it best with sardines.

Author: Andy Harris

Aubergine & pomegranate salad

Author: Andy Harris

Roasted root vegetable & squash stew with herby couscous

You can use any root veggies for this. There's enough stew for three more meals, which you can freeze.

Author: Phillippa Spence

Salted caramel brownies

Author: Jamie Oliver

Gluten free blondies

Using honey and soya yoghurt makes these blondies super sticky in the centre. Make them vegan by changing the honey to maple syrup

Author: Anna Jones

Chicken & black bean chowder

Black beans are a staple of South American cuisine, whether cooked up with rice or in a feijoada (a smoky meat stew). We've gone for this satisfying chicken chowder, with chunks of griddled sweetcorn.

Author: Jamie Oliver

Beetroot & tomato borscht

Fresh beef broth is best for this, but if you don't have any to hand, you can used a tinned version.

Author: Alice Hart

Blood orange mimosa

A simple twist on that party classic - blood orange gives it a fantastic colour and deeper flavour

Author: Andy Harris

Charred pepper pesto

Author: Christina Mackenzie

Picnic pie

What better way to kick off the picnic season than with this magnificent pie, which, with its colourful layers of vibrant vegetables, is a brilliant showcase for fresh and seasonal produce. Just add some...

Author: Lizzie Harris

Spinach lasagne

Author: Kate McCullough

Spring chicken pie

Serve with seasonal veg for the perfect family dinner!

Author: Elspeth Meston

World's most elegant winter pasta

In this dish, it's important to use really good olive oil. If you can't get any, then use the best you have but half the amount shown here. Think of olive oil as a feature ingredient, not just a staple....

Author: Jamie Oliver

Cranberry & cinnamon swirl buns

These buns are made with a mix of wholemeal and spelt flour, giving them a malty taste. Swirled with orange zest, cranberries and cinnamon, they smell delicious.

Author: Anna Jones

Spicy prawn curry with quick pilau rice

There's enough for two meals here, and any leftover rice can be used for a lamb or chicken biryani, or as a base for stuffed squash.

Author: Phillippa Spence

Quail & sausage skewers with celeriac

These skewers can be as humble or as exciting as you like.

Author: Jamie Oliver

The Hix turkey burger

Author: Mark Hix

Christmas kedgeree breakfast tarts

This is a lovely way to use up leftover kedgeree and makes a great breakfast or brunch dish. If you use smaller tins, this makes 14 to 16 tarts - you'll need to add more eggs, of course.

Author: Andy Harris

Candied beet salad

An incredible salad - the striped candy cane beets are perfect with the savoury toasted seeds

Author: Georgina Hayden

Sweet & sticky roast quail

Za'atar, a Lebanese herb mix, is available at larger supermarkets and speciality shops. You can easily make it by crushing dried thyme and marjoram using a pestle and mortar, then stirring through some...

Author: Andy Harris

Mexican refried beans

Author: Georgina Hayden

Chicken noodle soup

One of everyone's favourite comfort foods. As long as you've got a decent chicken, you can't really go wrong. Try adding seasonal veg and enhancing the stock with slightly more luxurious ingredients, such...

Author: Andy Harris

Roast mejadra onions

Here onions are stuffed with gently spiced lentils and rice and a tangle of additional caramelised onions, then roasted until soft and sweet

Author: Alice Hart

Gluten free lemon millet biscuits

Millet flakes are naturally gluten free, so a great way to get some texture in your gluten-free biscuits - these ones are delicious

Author: Anna Jones

Epic egg salad

Properly done old-school egg salads like this are out of this world - delicious!

Author: Jamie Oliver

Christmas negroni

Infusing your gin with wintery spices gives this classic Italian cocktail a festive feel and you a warming glow.

Author: Georgina Hayden

Hot cross buns

When it comes to Easter, you can't beat indulging in a lovely, sticky hot cross bun. Give this recipe a go - I promise you'll never buy the shop bought versions again.

Author: Christina Mackenzie