Enjoy a relaxed weekend feast with these delicious dishes that can be prepared ahead of time, and simply warmed up when you’re ready to serve

Enjoy a slow weekend with a tasty all-day breakfast

■ Serves 6 ■ Prep 20 mins ■ Cook 2 hrs 10 mins 1 tbsp olive oil750g lamb neck, cut into chunks4 carrots, cut into chunks1 red onion, cut into wedges400ml chicken stock, plus extrafor the couscous400g

SERVES 4 PREP 30 mins COOK 1 hr 20 mins EASY ❄ ragu 2 duck breasts, skin removed2 tbsp olive oil1 onion, finely chopped1 tsp fennel seeds2 garlic cloves1 bay leaf½ small pack parsley, leaves picked,st

Ingredients (Serves 2) 80 g chorizo, sliced1 small red pepper, deseeded and choppedGenerous handful of young spinach2 slices sourdough bread1 tbs olive oil5 eggs, beaten3 tbs milkFreshly ground black

Try these prep-ahead party favourites for delicious yet almost effortless entertaining!