RECOMMENDATIONS

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  Cassoulet

  Classically French, Rick Stein's substantial winter dish is a one-pot meal that's a real crowd pleaser, especially on a blustery day

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  Lamb torte with carrots in anchovy dressing

  Instead of serving your meat and potatoes side-by-side on the plate, Steven Terry layers them up and turns them into a delicious savoury torte

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  Seared peppered tuna fish with sharp rhubarb sticks

  Gary Rhodes teams tuna and white peppercorns with rhubarb and balsamic vinegar to create an exciting combination as well as a balanced overall taste

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  Prawns with chilli and cheese

  Tana makes a spicy Ramsay family favourite, great for introducing children to spicy food as the spice is softened by the cheese

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  Ice cream sandwich

  Simon Rimmer brings a traditional summertime seaside favourite firmly into the 21st century

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  Banana cake

  Andi Peters’ favourite afternoon temptation is simple to whip up and comes in at only 87p per serving

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  Squid, mussel and white bean salad

  Paul Rankin’s seafood salad is both deliciously satisfying and good for you as well

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  Lamb chops with potato salad

  Simplicity is key with Simon Rimmer’s recipe of new potato and anchovy salad and grilled lamb

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  Cod and lobster chowder

  This chowder from Rick Stein is really special, made with lobster (but not a great deal) and using the soft parts of the lobster to thicken the broth

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  Christmas plum pudding

  Tamasin Day-Lewis creates the perfect Christmas pud – dark, delicious, chock-full of fruit, and boozy to boot!