Make this fruit punch as a non-alcoholic drink for a summer party. With fresh fruit, mint, juice and lemonade, it's wonderfully refreshing

Ideal for parties, this punch is easy to put together, simple to serve and filled with crowd-pleasing fruity flavours

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

Prepare this festive punch before your guests arrive for a stress-free party. It uses our mince pie rum, but can also be made with spiced rum

Make this easy punch for your Halloween party using cherry juice, chilli, cinnamon and ginger, then garnish with edible fangs. Add vodka for those who prefer it

A simple, refreshing drink that's perfect for a summery gathering. For an extra-special twist, swap the sparkling water for champagne

A super easy brownie recipe for a squidgy chocolate bake. Watch our foolproof recipe video to help you get a perfect traybake every time.

Shivi Ramoutar's recipe for this classic Caribbean cocktail combines sweet and sour flavours for a fruity weekend tipple

Spritz up a basic apple cocktail with a dash of prosecco and a splash of vodka

Cool down in summer with this traditional Korean dessert, a kind of fruit salad made with watermelon, ice, lemonade and blueberries

You can have a batch of scones on the table in 20 minutes with Jane Hornby's storecupboard recipe, perfect for unexpected guests

Don't just save Pimm's for summer, add some brandy for a delicious winter treat

A simple and versatile Italian-style pizza dough that can be chilled or frozen, then shaped and cooked by oven or barbecue

Get the party started with this refreshing punch. Making fruit ice cubes stops the cranberries from sinking to the bottom of the glass – clever!

Make the most of tomato season in summer with this simple recipe. You could finish with a drizzle of balsamic vinegar to bring out the sweetness

Make our classic meat and potato pie for a comforting dinner. This great-value family favourite freezes beautifully and is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser

Big jugs of cocktails are great for a party, let guests help themselves to this cranberry and dark rum drink

Warm your hands around a mug of this hot apple drink, spiced with cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg - add a splash of rum for the adults

A healthy Cajun-inspired rice pot recipe that's bursting with spicy Spanish sausage, sweet peppers and tomatoes

Add a boozy kick to your summer party with this peachy cocktail

Keep your party guests content with this creamy, fruity drink with Malibu, coconut milk, pineapple and mango juice

It's difficult not to demolish this classic lemon drizzle in just one sitting, so why not make two at once?

A refreshing and punchy ginger-beer based cocktail with vanilla vodka, limes, ginger and apple slices

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.

Make a crowd-pleasing pasta dish for dinner. We’ve taken inspiration from creamy alfredo sauce with Cajun-style seasoning to add a bit of punch.

Cook braising steak in the slow cooker for really tender meat. Add button mushrooms or smoked paprika for extra flavour – it will be an instant family favourite.

A cross between banana bread and a drizzle cake, this easy banana loaf recipe is a quick bake that can be frozen. It's great for using up overripe bananas, too.

Serve this super simple punch with plenty of ice at a picnic or barbecue. The combination of rosé, sherry, fruit and honey is a perfect taste of summer