Side dish

Dry-roasting the potatoes for this simple but flavoursome salad intensifies the taste, rather than watering it down by boiling.

A seasonal autumn salad that celebrates figs, and can be given more “main-course energy” with the addition of sliced prosciutto.

Chunks of juicy watermelon, rich fior di latte and a sweet-savoury dressing is a refreshing combination in hot weather.

This easy, flavour-packed salad is delicious served on its own, with crusty bread or alongside grilled meats.

Don’t let yeast scare you. Follow these tips and you’ll be making light, fluffy bakery-style dinner rolls in no time.

This Japanese take on a Korean salad is ready in minutes and has been getting a near-nightly run at my place recently.

Jeon are savoury Korean pancakes, but pan-sized ones can be difficult to flip. Try this smaller version for something easier to make.

This side dish achieves the winning formula of plenty of oomph for little effort.

This make-ahead cold bean salad with a zingy dressing is simple, but special enough for big occasions.

Any sashimi-grade raw fish will work in this elegant and satisfying snack or starter.