Didn't think you could manage a soufflé? Try this simple step-by-step recipe and conquer a classic

These non-scary, freezer-friendly soufflés can be baked ahead, then reheated in the oven before serving

A soufflé to start always gives your dinner party a 'wow' factor and this make-ahead recipe gives you more time to be the perfect host

Try these soufflé-style pancakes for the lightest, fluffiest, dreamiest pancakes. Serve with butter, a dusting of icing sugar and a little maple syrup

Gordon Ramsay creates melt-in-the-mouth soufflés to impress a crowd

With a double layer of goat's cheese and a coating of cream, these bistro-style bakes are authentically rich

A sophisticated quiche, rippled with salmon slices, goat's cheese and dill

These fabulous soufflés are not as nervewracking to cook and serve as traditional ones, and can be prepared ahead

This melt-in-the-mouth tart can be served as a main course, or as a brilliant starter for eight served with a green salad

Soufflés are always an after-dinner winner, and these saucy caramel treats are no exception

This fluffy and filling meal for one uses up leftover ham or gammon and makes a great brunch served with baked beans

Light as a feather, these chocolatey melt-in-the-mouth soufflés are sure to please

You can cook these several hours in advance, then re-bake just before serving

Take pudding to new heights by making this fabulous pistachio soufflé served with ice cream. It's well worth the effort for a dinner party or weekend dessert

Great for brunch or a light supper, this recipe can also be adapted to make a tasty pudding

Follow Gordon Ramsay's simple tips and you’ll make perfectly risen soufflés every time.

Gordon Ramsay celebrates Pancake Day in his own inimitable style – with some very posh pancakes

Use ready-made custard in these tropical desserts, for all the 'wow' factor but less of the effort

This luxuriously light soufflé is a good way to use up a selection of leftover cheeses

Raymond Blanc's recipe for this sumptuous dinner party starter, with a luxurious cheesy sauce, is guaranteed to impress – use gruyère or emmenthal cheese, if you prefer

Pasta bake is a firm family favourite - make this macaroni cheese even more indulgent with ham hock and chunks of cheddar

Serve this light and fluffy omelette with a rocket & baby leaf salad with balsamic dressing

Angela Nilsen applies her magic touch to the infamously tricky soufflé - this low-fat version is incredibly easy and can be prepared ahead

These soufflés may take a while to perfect but once mastered, they'll be a starter you return to time and again

Everyone's favourite flavour combination makes for some seriously perfect pastry

With Gordon Ramsay's help you can wow your guests with this stunning dessert.

A light steamed pudding served with a tangy tropical sauce

Turn leftover fruitcake or Christmas pudding into these individual hot desserts, served with warm caramel sauce to pour into each pot

Combine the flavours of pear and hazelnut to make this stunning dessert. Make sure to serve the clafoutis warm – and don't forget the cream or crème fraîche

Potting shellfish in a cayenne and mace-flavoured butter is a surprisingly simple fish starter that's great as part of a sharing platter