Feed-a-crowd recipes

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.

Transform a classic lemon drizzle cake into a self-saucing pud for a cheap, comforting dessert. Serve with cream or custard

Enjoy a roast lamb dinner with a twist. There’s no need to labour over gravy – instead, the lemon and garlic pair well with a quick yogurt and harissa sauce

Feeding a small crowd? This squash, sage and butter bean vegetarian hot pot is just the ticket. Serve with spinach and roasties for a comforting meat-free main course

Minimise the stress of catering for a crowd by prepping this crispy polenta base ahead of a party, then finishing on the night with three delicious toppings

Use an air-fryer instead of the oven to save energy costs when cooking any kind of frozen chips. Enjoy with your favourite sauces

Roast whole sides of salmon with Middle Eastern spices and serve with tangy citrus and currant couscous - perfect for feeding a crowd

Make this fantastic vegan beetroot, sweet potato, chard and celeriac rainbow-layered pie as a stunning centrepiece for a meat-free Christmas or dinner party

Enjoy this slow-cooked spiced lamb stew from Pakistan. It's particularly popular during Ramadan and is a staple at weddings and celebrations

Pair sticky, sweet, peppery radishes with a zesty radish leaf and broad bean spread for a light al fresco lunch. It's a great way to use up radishes

Try a twist on lasagne and combine creamy ricotta, spinach and nutmeg with ham hock to make an easy dinner. It’s ideal for feeding a hungry crowd

Gather together all your favourite nibbles and combine the best of a cheeseboard and charcuterie platter for this indulgent selection of party food

Combine tiramisu and meringue roulade to make an impressive dessert. The crisp meringue contrasts beautifully with the silky coffee cream in this recipe

Our best ever spaghetti bolognese is super easy and a true Italian classic with a meaty, chilli sauce. This pasta bolognese recipe is sure to become a family favourite.

The ultimate easy-going food for a crowd: a tear-and-share dough ball platter, served with rosemary-spiked gooey cheese, ready for some serious dipping

Transform buttery chocolate chip cookie dough into a pie with a decadent triple chocolate filling. It's a crowd-pleasing treat for parties and special occasions

Make this hearty Hungarian goulash with beef to feed the family on chilly nights. Stir in the soured cream and parsley for an indulgent, crowd-pleasing supper

Make this tasty Mexican rice to serve a crowd. Our recipe is vegan but if everyone you're cooking for eats meat, some chopped bacon in with the onions works well

Love pizza? This fondue dip is for you, with tomato, melted cheese and pepperoni. It's great sharing food for a party. Enjoy with garlic bread or breadsticks

Serve this gently spiced chicken pie warm or cold – it's delicious either way. While it looks impressive for a party or picnic, it's easy to make using ready-made puff pastry

These tasty white bread rolls are filled with cheese and onion – let everyone help themselves as part of a buffet