RECOMMENDATIONS

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  Aubergine funghetto

  Aaron Craze cooks a classic Tuscan dish of stewed aubergines with red onion, garlic, tomatoes and herbs served on bread, adding anchovies and capers for a twist

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  Southern fried chicken

  Buttermilk, breadcrumbs and bacon make for a moreish coating in Shaun Hill's crunchy deep-fried dish

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  Christmas spinach filo torte

  Celia Brooks Brown's elegant version of a traditional Greek spinach pie makes a delicious vegetarian meal

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  Sausages with apple and whiskey sauce

  Aaron Craze's sweet apple and mellow whiskey sauce is the ideal match for rich boar sausages and nutty puy lentils

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  Roast chump of lamb with creamed polenta

  A meaty main course full of the fresh flavours of spring, from Paul Heathcote

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  Fish linguine

  This tasty fish dish from Jamie Oliver uses red mullet flavoured with lemon zest, garlic and white wine to create a simple quick supper.

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  Traditional bread sauce

  For a delicious bread sauce, try Brian Tunrner's luxurious version, flavoured with fresh herbs and spices

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  Stewed apple with sweet ricotta and cobnuts

  Arthur Potts Dawson's simple dessert is a delightful contrast of textures and flavours that makes the most of a traditional Kentish nut crop

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  Beef pasties with mint, ginger and peas

  Rachel Allen’s moreish treats are reminiscent of Mexican empanadas, Indian samosas and classic Cornish pasties

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  Delicious cocktail koftas

  Madhur Jaffrey's koftas make a wonderful snack on cocktail sticks or are equally tasty served as a main with spicy tomato sauce