Feed-a-crowd recipes

Make a big batch of Mexican chilli con carne to keep hungry guests happy - this recipe serves 12-14

These tasty, deep-fried bites can be made ahead and frozen, perfect for no-fuss entertaining as part of a party buffet spread

Coat strips of white fish fillets with breadcrumbs, then bake for a delicious make-ahead canapé, perfect for entertaining or a party buffet

These tasty white bread rolls are filled with cheese and onion – let everyone help themselves as part of a buffet

Give coffee cake the ultimate upgrade - layer with chocolate hazelnut frosting, add a creamy topping and sprinkle with crushed nuts

Fill sheets of pasta with tomato, aubergine and ricotta for a delicious vegetarian main - perfect for feeding a crowd

This impressive Spanish one pot, with monkfish, king prawns and mussels, is perfect for feeding a crowd at a dinner party

Entertain a crowd with this attractive chickpea dip - make the hummus and herby oil ahead, then assemble at the last minute

Not sure what to make your buffet centrepiece? This robust shortcrust bake with sweet peppers and breakfast favourites should do the trick

Swap heavy mayonnaise and spuds for roasted sweet potato, salty Greek cheese, fresh herbs and pine nuts

If you're a fan of chilli con carne, you'll love this dark, sweet and spicy South American stew with ancho, ground nuts and chocolate

Please everyone with a mixed platter of cucumber, beetroot, radish, carrot, sweetcorn, avocado and onion

A delicious one-pot of spicy braised beef is a great, stress-free way to fill up a hungry crowd

A prepare-ahead one pot that will please all ages and is easily made for a crowd, just reheat and add some garlic bread and a salad

A great way to get kids to eat spinach, this comforting sausage supper dish is also perfect for a hungry crowd

This takeaway favourite is freezer-friendly and quick to reheat, giving you the chance to get ahead and save money.

When the kids have friends over, this stack of ribs and spuds is a cheap, crowd-pleasing, prepare-ahead option

This is one of those wonderful dishes that improves with keeping

This crowd-pleasing dessert is made ahead, so all you have to do on the night is take it out of the fridge and bask in the glory

Braised beef and roasted garlic pie makes for sophisticated comfort food

Great for feeding a crowd, simply kick back, enjoy and relax this fried chicken recipe with homemade slaw

Everyone will love the summery flavours in this veggie main dish

This comforting casserole is a real crowd-pleaser, great served with jacket potatoes on Bonfire Night

These tasty wraps are a great way of feeding friends, just lay all the ingredients on a platter so everyone can assemble their own