One pot meal

The beans alone are a great flavour-packed dish, but the sausages make it a more robust meal.

A classic Normandy dish, perfect for dinner parties, with a slightly tart but creamy sauce that will have your guests wiping their plates clean.

Roasting has become my favourite way to cook cauliflower – it turns the vegetable into a glorious feast of nuttiness. In this recipe, the cauliflower is combined with chickpeas and spices to make a wonderful side dish or a vegetarian option for dinner.

Pot-roasted beef with lots of herbs and spices in a rich, red wine gravy makes for a stunning meal. Throw in freshly baked Yorkshire puddings and it can’t be beaten.

Here’s a meal that is truly elegant and satisfying. It’s quick and easy to put together but the flavour is one of pure sophistication. The gentleness of the tarragon, a most subtly flavoured herb, balances the richness of the creamy white wine sauce.

These were a hit in the ‘70s and ‘80s at my parents’ dinner parties, and their popularity endures today! They make a fantastic dinner.

Slow cooked to tender perfection, this fragrant beef brisket is beautiful served atop steamed rice. With Asian spices and vegetables, this beautiful Vietnamese dish is great enjoyed straight out of the slow cooker.

The addition of tender beef ribs in this traditional French dish brings a wonderful flavour and texture to the classic beef bourguignon. Serve it straight out of the slow cooker with a side of mashed potato or crusty bread.