Golden chicken breasts nestled among penne pasta coated in a rich Parmesan cream sauce with sun dried tomatoes, garlic, thyme, and fresh basil. A splash of white wine and lemon brings everything into balance, creating a comforting chicken dinner that's rather difficult to resist.

Tender chicken thighs, smoky roasted green chiles and creamy cannellini beans in a rich, velvety broth, finished with lime and cilantro.

A soft, fragrant autumn loaf with brown butter, maple, toasted walnuts and a buttery cinnamon crumble. Makes two loaves: one for you and one for a friend.

Roasted tomatoes, smoked paprika and a splash of brandy, with a three-cheese grilled cheese on rye for dipping. The lunch that asks very little of you.

Tender spiced apples in homemade salted caramel under a blanket of buttery, golden crumbs. A Liverpool childhood favourite, made a little more indulgent.

Penne in a silky, rosy tomato and vodka cream sauce with crispy pancetta and freshly grated Parmesan, finished in the pan so every tube is glossy with sauce. Ready in 45 minutes.