Dinner party mains

This French bistro classic is easy to make at home and fabulous with creamy mash or crusty bread

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.

Impress dinner guests with this stunning lamb dish – the tender meat is beautifully scented with spices, and the rosewater makes it feel extra-special

This is vegan comfort food at its best. Layer up slices of aubergine with a spicy coconut milk and tomato sauce for a hearty, warming meal

Introduce a little luxury to a creamy chicken and potato gratin by adding truffle. A great comfort dish to serve in winter, or when you want something special

Use fresh pomegranate as well as molasses to get a deeper flavour in this salmon recipe. Serve with couscous or steamed green veg, if you like

Use up leftover Christmas ham and sherry to make this comforting pie. It's a great dish on cold winter nights, especially when served with your favourite veg

Take salmon en croûte to the next level. Succulent salmon, cream cheese and dill are encased in crisp puff pastry with a pickled cucumber side.

Impress dinner guests with this oozy squash and spinach gnocchi dish. Guests will never know you made it in just 30 minutes with the help of a microwave

Elevate fish pie with a touch of saffron to make a meal you can serve to guests without compromising on your healthy eating routine

Duck with an orange glaze is an unbeatable combination, this mouthwatering main course is a festive feast for two

Ever-versatile salmon is as popular on our shopping lists as chicken. Make the most of it with this impressive recipe

Cook salmon using the confit method for meltingly soft fish. With a pomegranate, pistachio and herb crust, it's a stunning fish course for a special occasion

Cook goose glazed in honey and spices for an alternative to turkey this Christmas. Serve with herby confit potatoes

Impress dinner guests with these lightly spiced lamb chops served on a bed of broad bean pesto. Serve with fennel fronds, a drizzle of olive oil and lemon

Get the spiced lamb and new potatoes cooking straight away while you do the rest of the prep. This speedy dinner is delicious with a salted tomato salad

Make this impressive porchetta main for a crowd without breaking the bank – this rolled pork joint is great for a special occasion

The Spanish-style stuffing in this roast chicken dish is packed with flavour and even more so if you make it ahead of time

Blue cheese and chicory is a classic combination that defines this tatin-style tart, with hazelnuts added for extra crunch. Perfect for entertaining

Enjoy lobster thermidor for a celebratory starter or luxurious main course. We’ve given the dish a makeover while retaining its original charm

Make this classic Indian dish for deliciously moist lamb with paneer, rice and spinach, all spiced to perfection. Great for casual entertaining

Perfectly marinated meat that melts in the mouth is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Cook this roast for five hours, rest, then sprinkle with zesty gremolata

If you're cooking to impress, up your game with Tom's perfect poultry dish for a sensational, seasonal supper for two