This classic, storecupboard white sauce is loaded with strong cheddar cheese – our easy recipe is ready in 15 minutes. Use to make macaroni or cauliflower cheese

Marinate slices of lean beef steak then pan-fry with chunks of red pepper and a savoury sauce in this classic Chinese dish

Learn how to make hollandaise sauce for eggs benedict or other brunch dishes. This classic creamy sauce takes just 10 minutes to whip up.

Our rich tomato pizza sauce is achieved by cooking it over a low heat until thickened and glossy. It's easy to make and is perfect for pizza night.

Get your family to eat more veg with this superhealthy pasta sauce recipe which counts as 5 of your 5-a-day. The sauce is freezable too

Marinate a cheaper cut like rump steak to tenderise the meat then stir fry with vegetables and rich Chinese flavours

This sauce with flavours of soy, honey, garlic and ginger will become a staple with your favourite stir-fried vegetables, meat, fish and noodles. It's easy to make to add to a quick dinner

A rich, flavourful dish of noodles or rice that's ready in 20 minutes - a wholesome midweek family supper

Whip up this simple peanut sauce recipe in just 10 minutes. Serve with chicken or vegetable skewers for a starter or party nibble. Kids love it too!

Serve tender chicken in a creamy wine sauce alongside rice or potatoes and your favourite veg – a perfect midweek meal for the whole family

Stir-fry strips of aubergine and red pepper with garlic and ginger for an Asian-style supper in just half and hour - serve over rice or noodles

This great chilli recipe has to be one of the best dishes to serve to friends for a casual get-together. An easy sharing favourite that uses up storecupboard ingredients.

Enjoy this simple version of a Chinese takeaway favourite as a dipping sauce or mix it through meat and veg for a tangy, flavourful dish

This intense chocolate orange sponge bake with thick sauce is about as indulgent as a good pudding gets

Creamy chicken and mushroom dish - a fabulous French seasonal recipe

Rich and full of umami savouriness, this simple creamy mushroom sauce is perfect with steak, chicken or tossed through hot pasta

This simple peppercorn sauce is packed with flavour and is a must-have when serving up steak. Red wine, double cream and stock make a rich, flavoursome condiment

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

Combine sticky toffee pudding sponge with a generous helping of chocolate chunks and chocolate sauce for the ultimate comforting dessert

A homemade chip shop curry sauce will rival that of any takeaway – and it's not just for chips. You could use it to make katsu curry

Save time and money with this simple and easy tomato and basil pasta sauce. It's also goes well with meat or fish, as well as a pizza topping.

Every home cook needs a good béchamel in their repertoire – our step-by-step guide to this pasta sauce will teach you how to make a roux and keep your sauce lump-free

This glossy teriyaki sauce is easy to make and perfect to have in your fridge to add to stir fries, marinades or even as a dipping sauce with Asian crackers

Serve this versatile sauce with fish, or use it in a pie filling. It keeps in the fridge for a couple of days, or frozen for up to a month

Cod is a great source of lean protein. Enjoy it with with fresh greens and a peppery romesco sauce for a tasty, low-calorie meal

Make our version of a classic Italian pasta sauce, packed with tomatoes, red chilli and garlic. Stir it through spaghetti or linguine for an easy, delicious supper

John Torode's speedy side makes the most of Oriental cabbage, served with fragrant spices

Enjoy this classic Italian creamy pasta sauce folded into cooked pasta. It's been adapted over the years to include double cream, making it rich, unctuous and delicious

Melt chocolate and mix with cream, sugar and a glug of almond liqueur, if you like, to create a decadent sauce