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

Forget shop-bought versions and make a homemade slaw. It's an ideal side dish for barbecues or to serve with burgers, salads, sandwiches and more

Start your day with this energy-boosting granola recipe for breakfast. Packed with heart-healthy oats, seeds, nuts and berries, it's sure to make you feel good.

Once you've cracked this technique for silky smooth vanilla custard, you'll never go back to tinned

Go the extra mile and make your own fresh egg pasta dough for a classic Italian meal. Our simple homemade fresh pasta recipe can be used to make any style or shape

Make pizza for the family with a homemade base and tomato sauce. The veggie recipe is perfect to get kids involved in cooking. Top with mozzarella and fresh basil

Indulge in a homemade hot chocolate. Perfect as the cold nights draw in, you can add a pinch of chilli, cinnamon or a slug of rum if you like

This homemade chutney is simple to make and is particularly good served with a hard cheese

Make our easy sourdough starter seven days ahead to make our simple homemade sourdough loaf. Serve with your favourite casseroles or soups

Make this classic pie whilst cherries are in season. It's the perfect summer dessert served just warm with plenty of cream or ice cream

Learn how to make your own bagels at home with Edd Kimber's easy recipe. These ring-shaped bread buns have a characteristically chewy and delicate consistency.

Fragrant and refreshing, springtime elderflower cordial is easy to make. Mix with sparkling water to create elderflower pressé, or add to wine, prosecco or champagne to start a party in style

While these glazed ring doughnuts require a little extra effort to make, they're well worth it. Top with a simple icing sugar glaze to finish

Edd Kimber demonstrates how to make perfect pretzels with a chewy crust and soft, fluffy interior. Mix honey and mustard for a fantastic dip to go with them

Warning: these rosemary crackers are addictive! The dough is just a simple mix of flour, water and oil, into which you can add a flavour, such as rosemary

Baking homemade bread needn't be difficult – this simple loaf recipe is easy to follow, uses a handful of ingredients and can be adapted with different flours

Learn how to make succulent beef burgers with just four ingredients. An easy recipe for perfect homemade patties with beef mince.

These easy granola bars are great for lunchboxes, breakfast on the run or just with a cup of coffee as a mid-morning snack

Learn how to make croutons at home with our simple recipe, method and top tips. These will make crunchy toppings for soups, salads and warming pasta bakes

Combine golden syrup, sugar and bicarbonate of soda to make our moreish homemade honeycomb. Simple to make, it's a lovely gift for friends at Christmas time

The secret to getting gloriously puffed-up Yorkshire puddings is to have the fat sizzling hot and don't open the oven door!

Pack in four of your 5-a-day with a bowl of these spiced veggie lentils. Make your own gluten-free naan to scoop it up, or use shop-bought

Make a batch of these lovely vegan bagels and serve them with your favourite dairy-free spread

Learn how to make buttermilk at home with our easy recipe. Use it in pancakes and cakes, as a marinade for fried chicken or for salad dressings

Learn how to make breadcrumbs at home with our super-simple recipe and method. Use them as a crunchy coating for fried foods, treacle tart filling or pasta bake topping

Our homemade Irish cream recipe is delicious over ice and the perfect way to end your Christmas dinner. It also makes a fabulous gift for friends and family

Nothing beats the crunch of a toffee apple on a crisp autumnal evening, and these taste so much better than shop bought

Add a little salt to your homemade caramel sauce before pouring liberally on sponge puddings, ice cream and any sweet treat you fancy

Cook our healthy, vegan stir-fry to pack in four of your 5-a-day. The hoisin sauce is made with Chinese five spice and apple cider vinegar to boost the flavour