Raisin

This classic pudding is best served with plenty of warm vanilla or brandy custard

These raisin-packed crunchy buttery biscuits are not too rich and not too sweet.

Boozy fruit mince gives this classic semi-frozen dessert a Christmas twist.

The addition of sweet, creamy chocolate and nutty pecans is brilliant in this classic Christmas fruit cake recipe. Serve yourself a big slice and serve warm or cool with a drizzle of cream or ice-cream.

With a hint of rum, this delectable slice strikes the right balance between crunchy and chewy - perfect with a coffee for your 3pm pick-me-up. Even better? It's gluten-free, so no-one will miss out.

"These biscuits were unkindly called 'squashed flies' by children; this was probably due to the appearance and slightly acid flavour of the filling." This classic from The Australian Women's Weekly cookbooks will still go down a treat!

The timeless combination of rich rum and sweet, juicy raisins is brought to life with decadent caramel notes in this beautiful fudge. Serve sliced straight from the fridge for a beautiful afternoon treat.

Mike’s Top Tips: By making your own pasta, you’re learning a great new skill. Plus it’s super-easy. But if you haven’t got the time, buy fresh lasagne sheets from the supermarket and cut them into wide strips Frying the herbs for the pappardelle gives beautiful colour, texture and flavour to the dish. Just be careful […]

This Anglo-Indian chicken and rice soup is hearty enough as a meal on its own.