Mix up your festive main with this fabulous Christmas dinner Wellington. A make-ahead meal in one, it incorporates stuffing and cranberry sauce, so all you need to think about on the big day is the veg and gravy

Combine the best bits of a Christmas dinner in one moreish bite with these canapés. Ideal for a festive buffet

Take the stress out of a Sunday roast with this one-pan recipe that couldn't be simpler

Cook a complete Christmas dinner to enjoy yourself, including a stuffed chicken joint, rich sauces, roast veg and pigs in blankets. You'll also have leftovers for a Boxing Day sandwich

Cooking for yourself definitely doesn't have to be boring with this roast for one that's cheap and easy to prepare

This creamy syllabub is a spin on classic mint choc chip and a great way to use up leftover chocolates

Make a fuss-free Christmas dinner with this two-tray method that includes stuffing, veg and the turkey. It's ideal if you have a small oven, and saves on the washing-up

You don’t need to be an engineer to make this impressive construction site birthday cake, just a few toys, some chocolate coated wafer bars and a little creative flair

A classic with a few added extras, everyone loves a good spag bol

Cook a special Christmas Day meal for one with this pie. It's filled with chicken, sausage and cranberry sauce, and is an easy way to enjoy festive flavours without making a huge dinner

Pack flavour into your meal with these easy veggie enchiladas that are filled with nutritious ingredients. This comforting, cheesy dish is the perfect crowd-pleasing family dinner

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

Everyone needs a trusty tomato soup recipe - and this one costs less than a pound per serving

Fill filo pastry parcels with turkey or chicken mince, spring onions and ginger for a buffet nibble or party canapé similar to a spring roll

Serve this delicious chicken and chorizo ragu over rice or pasta as an easy midweek dinner for the family. You can freeze any leftovers for another day

Barely any more effort than opening a bag of crisps - and your party guests will be so much more impressed with this

This silky smooth, super versatile vegetarian soup is perfect for a dinner party starter, everyday dinner or warming lunch. Plus it's two of your five-a-day

This quick and easy vegetarian curry is perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner – with butternut squash, coconut milk, lentils and spinach

Bake a satisfying vegetarian loaf with lentils, chestnut mushrooms and cheese to go with all the classic roast dinner trimmings.

A smooth, blended vegetable soup with blue cheese that's as good for a comforting meal as it is for a dinner party starter

Make a batch of these to dip in warm milk or hot chocolate for a festive party or gathering, or wrap up and give as Christmas gifts

This self-saucing one-pot is like a roast dinner without the fuss. Plus it's rich in iron, fibre and folate

This easy staple chicken curry is a fantastic recipe for family dinners. It's made with just a handful of ingredients and is enriched with creamy yogurt

Ditch the takeaway menu and cook our healthy chicken madras curry instead. This simple family dinner is full of fragrant spices and tender pieces of chicken

Pack in the vegetables with this quick-to-make dip blitzed with sweet roasted red peppers and served with courgette, celery and carrot batons

Mix nut butter with creamy Greek yogurt and spice for a super simple lunchbox snack that kids will love - serve with apples or vegetable sticks