Easy entertaining recipes

The ultimate make-ahead dish, this chilli con carne can be frozen for up to 2 months - simply add more chillies to turn up the heat

Pile whipped cream and charred pineapple on a meringue base to create a stunning dinner party dessert which you can make ahead

Combining sweet and salty flavours really works when chocolate and toffee is involved - best served in individual portions

Grate your courgette and add to a pancake batter then fry up these mini veggie patties with chilli dip

This refreshing lychee ice cream with a delicate rosewater flavour is the perfect showstopping dinner party dessert, with popping candy for added theatre

Chinese black vinegar adds a malty, smoky flavour to this dinner party pork dish, slow-cooked in a ginger and oyster sauce until it melts in the mouth

This tangy dessert looks impressive but takes very little effort – most of the ingredients are ready-made, so it is simply a matter of construction

Quality produce makes this dish, Charentais melon, heirloom tomatoes and salty prosciutto marry beautifully. Ideal as a sharing platter starter for a summer dinner party

This impressive looking dessert is a chocolate lover's dream and no one will guess it uses just four ingredients

A comforting and hearty one-pot sausage casserole recipe with spicy chorizo, smoked paprika and plenty of vegetables, perfect for a filling family meal

Contrast juicy sweet fruit with salty Greek cheese and finish with a honey, chilli and sherry vinegar dressing

Smoked bacon and a triple hit of gooey, melted cheese takes this classic dish of layered potatoes and double cream to the next level of indulgence – a showstopping side for a dinner party

Reach into your storecupboard and freezer to create this sumptuous ice cream medley with salted peanuts, biscuits and caramel

Mexican pork chilli with a smoky barbecued flavour, served in crispy tortilla shells with ripe avocado. These easy pork tacos make a speedy family meal, ready in under 30 mins

Go retro with this easy and ever-popular dessert that's been given a smart dinner party makeover

John Torode's Mexican-inspired one-pot casserole is packed with shellfish, white fish and plenty of chilli

This chilled, no-cook dish makes a refreshing starter

A super-quick, delicious fig and prosciutto dish, great for a starter or snack

This is so good we'd be surprised if this chicken fillet recipe doesn't become a firm favourite. Save it to your My Good Food collection and enjoy.

Use up leftover mash to create a comforting, good-value family meal

Dish up an easy, delicious chicken dinner that's full of spring flavours. The parmesan coating gives a satisfying crunch, and the meat inside stays tender

These moreish, easy-to-make wraps are perfect for a casual party

Ten stunning ideas for your Christmas drinks party, all suitable for vegetarians