RECOMMENDATIONS

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  Malva pudding

  A South African variation of Sticky Toffee Pudding from Marianne Williams

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  Coconut canapes

  Crisp sweet potato puffs with a coconut dipping sauce from The Vegetarian Society

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  Lamb in black pepper sauce

  Black pepper was on the scene way before chillies reached the Indian subcontinent - Reza Mahammad’s rich curry sings its praises

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  Macaroni cheese

  A few flavoursome extras add oomph to an old favourite in Tamasin Day-Lewis's tempting variation on macaroni cheese

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  Crab thermidor

  Carla Lagan Brown has come up trumps with this easy but indulgent shellfish recipe, creating an impressive alternative to the more traditional lobster thermidor

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  Poached chicken

  An ideal weekend lunch, this delicate poached chicken recipe from James Martin packs in lots of delicious French flavours.

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  Rillettes of fresh and smoked salmon

  Darina Allen’s salmon pâtè is perfect for entertaining and she gives some decorative ideas for how to serve it

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  Baked plums on brioche

  Matthew Fort cooks a simple, economical dessert using seasonal autumn fruits

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  Steak tartare

  Healthy and delicious, this beef dish by Rick Stein calls for finest quality meat...

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  Anchoïade

  Alex Mackay’s salty and creamy anchovy and garlic puree is the traditional Provençal accompaniment to an aperitif