Delectable baked apples filled with mincemeat and honey – these fruity baked apples would make a great alternative to Christmas pudding.

Pumpkin, Kale and Walnut Galette: A riot of colour as well as some wonderful flavour ingredients make this open-style tart (galette).

An adaptation from an old family “Traditional Mincemeat” recipe which was passed down through my Mum’s side of the family.

Poached Eggs and Bacon on Sourdough Toast: Fabulously elegant posh bacon and eggs- perfect for a lazy breakfast or weekend brunch.

Traditional little cakes with fruit and spices for All Soul’s Day; these are easy to make and are a cross between a scone and a cookie.

Rustic French Boule (Bread): This is a “hodge podge” of old fashioned English and French rustic breads.

SCARY SPIDER CUPCAKES:I JUST love these little spider cakes, every time I make them, their faces make me laugh – well, I am easily pleased!

Creepy Crawly Curried Devilled Eggs: why not make some extra olive spiders and throw them in a cocktail or a spook-tacular Martini!

Figs stuffed with Blue Cheese and Lavender Honey Drizzle

Spiced Mirabelle Plum Galette: An easy plum tart that is quick and easy to make and uses a minimum of ingredients.

Lemon & Herb Poached Salmon: A very simple recipe that is lovely when served warm with new potatoes or cold with a salad. 5:2 Diet recipe.

Maple, Almond & Pecan Granola with Blueberries: A decadent homemade breakfast cereal that is packed full of nuts, seeds and fruit.

Raspberry & Maple Granola Yoghurt Pots: Perfect for breakfast, brunch or as an easy dessert. Use any berries.

Parmesan & Chive Salmon & Spinach: perfect diet recipe for those following the 5:2 diet, as each serving is only 295 calories.

Raspberry & Whisky Sponge Pudding: a fabulous steamed sponge pudding topped with fresh raspberries and raspberry jam.

Butter Bean, Chorizo & Tomato Stew: A spicy, comforting and hearty stew that is prepped and cooked in under half an hour. 180 cal/bowl.

Healthy Oven Baked Fish & Chips:Fabulous recipe for low-fat oven baked fish and chips that uses one pan! An iconic British dish with a twist.