Flaky pastry how to get it right

This rich tart makes a lovely dish for a spring lunch – serve with a crisp green salad. SERVES 6 | PREP 20 MINS | COOK 1 HR 10 MINS | EASY 250g shortcrust pastry2 smoked haddock fillets knob of butter

There’s nothing nicer than a warming chicken pie with crisp, golden-brown puff pastry and creamy, rich sauce. SERVES 4 PREP 30 mins plus cooling COOK 1 hr 35 mins MORE EFFORT 60g unsalted butter60g pl

Pop these delicious meals in the middle of the table so everyone can serve themselves. What’s not to love?

Whether you like yours rolled up, topped with chocolate, filled with fruit or encased in pastry, there’s a sweet treat to please everyone

■ Serves 8 ■ Prep 30 mins plus 10 mins resting ■ Cook 1 hr 500g kale, thick stalks discarded and roughly chopped1 tbsp each butter and olive oil2 onions, chopped3 garlic cloves, finely chopped750g ric

Inspired by Greek cuisine, this veggie pie contains leeks, artichokes and cheese encased in an attractive coil of filo pastry. Simply bring it to the table and let everyone tuck in. ■ Serves 6 ■ Prep