This pie would make a wonderful centrepiece for a family meal. My granddaughters Abby and Grace helped me to make it for the TV programme. For this recipe you will need a 1.75 litre/3 pint shallow, wide-based ovenproof dish, about 25cm/10in in diameter.
This gorgeous pie plays on the wonderful affinity between pork and apples. The fruit gives a subtle sweetness to the cider-enriched gravy and the sage lends an aromatic note. Equipment and preparation: you will need a 1.2 litre/2lb 12oz pie dish and a pie funnel.
Whip up a hearty dish of chicken and beans to keep the whole family happy. Do tweak the recipe to suit your veg stocks. This meal, if served as six portions, provides 503kcal, 46g protein, 59g carbohydrate (of which 14.5g sugars), 7g fat (of which 2g saturates), 9g fibre and 1.6g salt per portion.
This comforting casserole is ready in no time, and the crusty topping and zingy pesto add gourmet pizzazz. Equipment and preparation: for this recipe you will need a food processor.
A hearty meal for four in one pot. Tender lamb cooked in a richly flavoured casserole with crisp layered potatoes on top. Each serving provides 455 kcal, 31g protein, 47g carbohydrate (of which 13g sugars), 14g fat (of which 5g saturates), 10g fibre and 1.7g salt.
The weather needs to be sizzling hot to really enjoy an ice cold glass of gazpacho. This recipe makes savoury pastry twists to set off its punchy flavour.
The secret of success in this recipe is to leave the lamb to cook on a very low heat. Serve this springtime dish with plenty of bread to mop up the sauce.
This is a rich and comforting stew that is smart enough to serve for a dinner party. I like to serve it with mashed potatoes or my potatoes dauphinoise and a green vegetable.
A beautiful vegetarian Easter feast, this authentic Italian pie is stuffed with fresh greens and rich eggs and is perfect for eating throughout the summer.
Grab that tin of beans from the back of your store cupboard and whip up this simple salad. Each serving provides 107kcal, 3g protein, 8g carbohydrate (of which 2g sugars), 6g fat (of which 1g saturates), 4g fibre and 0.1g salt.
A richly flavoured soup, spiced with curry powder. Perfect for a cold day, serve with a dollop of tangy sour cream. This meal, if served as five portions, provides 245kcal, 5g protein, 36g carbohydrate (of which 12g sugars), 8g fat (of which 3.5g saturates), 5g fibre and 0.4g salt per portion.
These meaty, flavoursome ravioli are a wonderful way to show off homemade pasta on extra-special occasions. Equipment and preparation: for this recipe, you will need a pasta machine and ravioli mould.
These meaty, flavoursome ravioli are a wonderful way to show off homemade pasta on extra-special occasions. Equipment and preparation: for this recipe, you will need a pasta machine and ravioli mould.
Spicy shredded chicken layered with corn tortillas and all the trimmings. A striking alternative to fajitas which can also be served in slices at informal parties.
Use up leftover chicken carcasses in the Hairy Biker's recipe for a comforting bowl of chicken soup. Each serving provides 134kcal, 10g protein, 21g carbohydrate (of which 0g sugars), 1.5g fat (of which 0.3g saturates), 0.4g fibre and 1g salt.
For a proper Sunday lunch that won't break the bank try this beef shin stew. Serve with some creamy mash for a mouthwatering meal. Try the Eat Well for Less quiz to find out how you could cut your food bills.
A super-filling, meat-free wonder. Omit the Worcestershire sauce to make it a hearty vegetarian dinner. Each serving provides 400kcal, 15g protein, 47g carbohydrate (of which 9.5g sugars), 12.5g fat (of which 6g saturates), 9g fibre and 0.6g salt.