RECOMMENDATIONS

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  Xmas pud soufflé

  Christmas pudding like you've never tried to before, from Matthew Fort

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  Crisp bacon salad

  A honey, lime juice and sesame oil dressing gives Gary Rhodes' bacon salad a South East Asian twist

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  Arancini with salt and pepper tomato sauce

  This classic Italian snack of risotto balls is a great way to use up any leftovers and served as part of an antipasti platter, says Paul Bloxham

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  Chicken tikka masala

  John Burton Race celebrates the British affection for Indian cooking by making this national favourite

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  Hazelnut and chocolate dacquoise

  Sweet and indulgent, Rick Stein's nutty meringue is sandwiched with a tasty dark chocolate cream - perfect for midnight feasts

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  Fish pie

  For great comfort cooking, you'll return to Rick Stein's classic fish pie recipe time and time again

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  Lambs’ kidneys with samphire on toast

  Don’t settle for the same old pre-packed lunches when you’re pushed for time – Richard Corrigan uses spectacular ingredients in a simple way

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  Raspberry soufflés

  Rosemary Shrager's fruity raspberry soufflés are light as air and make a wonderful dessert after a heavy main course

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  Pear and apple puree

  Help your baby enjoy the natural goodness of apples and pears with this simple puree recipe

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  Warm squab, duck and cherry salad

  Baby beetroot, cherries, horseradish and peppery watercress make a match for game birds in Jeremy Lee’s stunning salad