3 simple yet impressive starters

Often, it’s the supporting roles that command the most attention – like these glorious starters, sides and sauces

■ Serves 2 ■ Prep 15 mins ■ Cook 10 mins 1 fillet or rump steak(about 300g), trimmed140g green beans, trimmed1 chicory, leaves separated25g walnuts, roughly choppedFOR THE DRESSING½ lemon, zested and

■ Serves 4 ■ Prep 5 mins ■ Cook 20 mins 5 tbsp olive oil1 tsp smoked paprika1 tsp cumin seeds400g can cherry tomatoes200g fresh cherry tomatoes2 garlic clovessmall bunch of parsleysmall bunch of basil

Whether it’s festive nibbles with the neighbours or a full-scale NYE party, these drinks and canapés are sure to please all

■ Serves 4 ■ Prep 30 mins ■ Cook 50 mins 4 large field mushrooms4 tbsp olive oil1 garlic clove, chopped400g spinach leavesflour, for dusting1 tbsp thyme leaves500g block all-butter puff pastry140g sti

Tasty swaps for boring sarnies – all under 300 cals!