This pan-seared scallops recipe is a speedy dinner party starter, with lemon and chilli butter spooned over scallops on a bed of steamed leeks

Impress guests with these deliciously creamy scalloped potatoes flavoured with garlic and parmesan. They're a great side dish for many dinners

For a healthy-yet-special starter, try our easy pan-fried scallops with a squeeze of zesty lime and a sprinkling of chilli and coriander

Try an opulent curry with scallops and tomatoes for the taste of Kerala. Or, for a less pricey version, you could use prawns and chunks of meaty white fish

Choose fat scallops for this speedy but smart pasta recipe- the ham wrappers will protect the tender shellfish and give an extra savoury hit

Bring a Spanish touch to scallops using smoky chorizo and a picada made with hazelnuts, sherry and rustic bread. A vibrant starter or indulgent summer lunch

A quick, impressive dish that's easy to prepare and cook, creating stacks of flavour within minutes

The secret to getting gloriously puffed-up Yorkshire puddings is to have the fat sizzling hot and don't open the oven door!

Serve up a restaurant-style starter at home - much of it can be made ahead so you can relax with a glass of wine on the night

For a show-stopping dinner party, James Martin recommends this peppery soup, topped with luxurious seafood

Cook scallops in the professional way then plate up restaurant-style with breadcrumbs and a smear of vegetable purée

Cooking for friends? This sophisticated starter is a taste sensation with lemon, anchovies and garlic packing a punch

A super easy brownie recipe for a squidgy chocolate bake. Watch our foolproof recipe video to help you get a perfect traybake every time.

You can have a batch of scones on the table in 20 minutes with Jane Hornby's storecupboard recipe, perfect for unexpected guests

Impress your friends with these stylish, healthy canapés

Make our classic meat and potato pie for a comforting dinner. This great-value family favourite freezes beautifully and is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser

Vanilla pairs beautifully with the creamy mellow flavour of cauliflower and the sweetness of caramelised scallops

A hot grill is the key to success here - crisp bacon and a succulent scallop. A classic that everyone should try

A quick but impressive starter of plump scallops scattered with toasted breadcrumbs

Anne Willan's timeless seafood classic makes for an impressive and elegant main course

A healthy Cajun-inspired rice pot recipe that's bursting with spicy Spanish sausage, sweet peppers and tomatoes

Fat, juicy scallops are always a treat- the secret is not to overcook them and to team with contrasting sweet flavours

It's difficult not to demolish this classic lemon drizzle in just one sitting, so why not make two at once?

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.

Make a meal with autumn's mushroom harvest

This light, spicy Mexican-style starter is great for kick-starting your tastebuds

Cook braising steak in the slow cooker for really tender meat. Add button mushrooms or smoked paprika for extra flavour – it will be an instant family favourite.

A cross between banana bread and a drizzle cake, this easy banana loaf recipe is a quick bake that can be frozen. It's great for using up overripe bananas, too.