World Kitchen
Coq Au Vin
This is an easy variation of a traditional French dish which has many regional interpretations. The key ingredient is always the wine and you will need a large heavy-based saucepan or ovenproof casserole dish with a lid. Coq Au Vin is a great dish to make for a large number of guests because the recipe can be multiplied easily, prepared the day before and served at the table.
Creamy Pesto Chicken with Pappardelle
This is the quickest and easiest dinner and the wide-ribboned pappardelle looks very impressive.
Creamy Polenta
Polenta is a staple of northern Italy. It is good as a side dish to a main, but can also be served as a first course.
Creme Brulee
'Creme brulee' translates to 'burnt cream' which doesn't sound very good but this is a fantastic dessert. It's best made a day ahead and finished by 'burning' the tops just before your guests are due to arrive.