Dips, Spreads & Sides

Try these with the Lemon and Garlic Baked Cod (see page 00), or served with my Speedy Ketchup (see page 00).

This simple recipe can be served in several ways. As a side dish for a family curry night, as a dip or lengthened into soup.

This baby-friendly version of the classic potato salad is perfect as a summery side dish or for picnic adventures. This salt-free recipe uses sour cream as the base for the dressing, rather than mayonnaise,…

Like rice, couscous can also be extremely messy! Rolling the couscous with the squash can make a big difference.

This is a picky salad that toddlers can help to make – choosing their ingredients, ripping up lettuce or making patterns. Serve alongside other picky bits at lunchtime or use it to add freshness…

Homemade pesto is versatile: spread it over fish before baking, use it as a stuffing for chicken, swirl it into pasta, mix it into mash, or use it as a dip. Use immediately or…

Homemade pesto is versatile: spread it over fish before baking, use it as a stuffing for chicken, swirl it into pasta, mix it into mash, or use it as a dip. Use immediately or…