Make a low in fat, satisfying dish in minutes – ideal for Friday nights

Combine the crunch of a shortbread base with a gooey caramel middle and chocolate topping, and you have millionaire's shortbread – the ultimate sweet treat

Try our classic Bramley apple pie with homemade shortcrust pastry. Simplicity is key to this traditional dish which makes for a comforting family pudding.

These zesty cupcakes look so gorgeous you won't want to eat them, but once you start you won't be able to stop

Marinate the chicken for these Greek-style spiced kebabs as long as possible to soak up all the flavour and make it really tender. Serve with warm bread, salad and tzatziki

Serve this comforting classic made with chipolata sausages and a simple batter – it’s easy enough that kids can help make it.

Make this comforting meatball and garlic bread traybake for a dinner the whole family will enjoy. You could buy a pack of meatballs if you’re short on time

A gooey prepare-ahead dessert that's perfect for entertaining - it's all a matter of timing...

Master the art of making sourdough bread with our step-by-step recipe. Learn how to create a starter, levain and the loaf itself with our expert tips.

This perfect baked macaroni cheese recipe comes with a creamy cheese sauce, a hint of mustard and uses leftover French stick for its crunchy topping

Get this beef brisket in the slow cooker first thing in the morning, so that come evening-time your Sunday dinner is an absolute breeze. Perfect for busy family weekends

Whip up this cheap treat using storecupboard ingredients, tinned tuna and sweetcorn

Making fish pie can be a palaver - not this one! Reassuringly simple, and ready in just over an hour

Muffin on stew? You’d better believe it – think of it as a lighter alternative to suet dumplings

It's difficult not to demolish this classic lemon drizzle in just one sitting, so why not make two at once?

You can have a batch of scones on the table in 20 minutes with Jane Hornby's storecupboard recipe, perfect for unexpected guests

A satisfying vegetarian supper that packs in 4 of your 5-a-day. Stuff peppers with cream cheese, beans, aubergine and feta

This crisp, potato-topped pie is slow-cooked and inexpensive to make. It's a great family meal but smart enough for entertaining too

Round out this cheesy pasta classic with roasted sweet potato, a staple food in the southern US states, and turn up the temperature with a pinch of cayenne

Perfect for the whole family, this freezable pie makes a great meal for toddlers and teens alike and has plenty of hidden veg

Try our recipe for homemade doughnuts. Once you've tasted these irresistibly plump and sugary treats from doughnut master Justin Gellatly, there'll be no going back!

A stunning celebration cake of six or seven colourful layers with soft cheese frosting – an impressive showstopper

Take pasta bake to new heights with this moreish macaroni and smoked haddock dish. It can be assembled in advance and finished in the oven the next day

Serve this exquisitely flavoured chicken dish with mounds of fluffy rice

Retro favourite coffee and walnut cake in a cupcake version, with a choice of luxurious mascarpone topping or classic buttercream

This sticky, crumbly bake is irresistible - it's a pudding straight from the tin

Try a new topping for your comforting bake by adding cauliflower and a little cheddar cheese - there'll be some leftover for a second meal, too

Enjoy this gooey cheese and chicken pasta bake for the ultimate weekday family dinner. Serve straight from the dish with a dressed green salad

Enjoy this veggie lasagne, with layers of spinach and slow-roasted squash. Add in some sage and a little crunch from golden pine nuts for a comforting supper

These festive favourites are encased in a rich, sweet shortcrust pastry and finished off with a frangipane topping that livens up every bite