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Whatever time of day you’re celebrating, our Mother’s Day meals are sure to put a smile on Mum’s face. From classic Sunday roasts to lighter Mother’s Day lunch ideas, we’ve plenty of delicious inspiration. Need more ideas? Check out our Mother's Day recipes, Mother’s Day cakes and Mother’s Day cocktails.
Every roast needs an indulgent side dish and these creamed leeks with the addition of earthy kale, make a nice change to the usual cauliflower cheese. It can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge or even frozen.
This creamy white chocolate cheesecake recipe is the ultimate indulgent dessert. With a buttery biscuit base and rich white chocolate, it's guaranteed to impress all of your guests.
Unlike other curry recipes, Japanese katsu uses fried breaded chicken, giving it a satisfyingly crunchy texture combined with a sweet, punchy sauce. This easy chicken katsu curry recipe is easy to master and uses curry powder packed with turmeric, cardamom, cumin seeds, and much more, to give delicious spice.
These sweet and salty roasties are sure to wow any guests. The combination of soft goat's cheese and sweet figs makes for a perfectly rounded side. Top that off with a zingy, herby dressing and you've got a delicious spring dish to pep up any roast dinner.
We've topped a side of salmon with a trendy 'everything bagel' topping. It looks impressive but is a doddle to make. This is the perfect easy entertaining dish for Easter or Sunday lunch, however if you want to make it on a smaller scale, see our tip, below.
Sticky-sweet with a delightful tangy note, this low-effort roast lamb is a real showstopper and perfect for the Easter weekend. It requires just a handful of ingredients that transforms lamb into something extra-special. Any leftovers freeze well too!
If you're looking for a vegan-friendly main for your next gathering, Sunday lunch or Easter celebration, look no further! This galette looks fancy, but is actually so simple to make. The charred cabbage feels a bit different (it's totally delicious), teamed with the roasted garlic and tahini, it's a show-stopping dish you'll be making again.
Here's our version of the French bistro classic: tender roasted leeks dressed in a tangy vinaigrette. Finished with soft eggs and fresh herbs, it's a simple dish with a big personality! Perfect as a starter or side.
This courgette and pea salad adds a wonderful freshness to a spring roast. The lemon and fresh herbs give a zingy, fragrant lift, while the toasted almonds lend a lovely crunch. You could try making your own pesto too, if you're feeling adventurous.
This smoked salmon open sandwich recipe takes just 15 minutes and is super quick and easy to make
Sunday roast wouldn't be complete without roasted carrots, so why not give them centre stage with this delicious recipe? Featuring vibrant rainbow carrots, we've added a coriander seed dressing, tangy feta and crunchy hazelnuts for a truly show-stopping side!
Sticky toffee pudding is an all time family favourite and it just got better with this gluten-free version
This salmon tart is perfect for a relaxed weekend brunch or light lunch. Puff pastry is topped with tzatziki, pickled radishes, avocado and smoked salmon. And the secret finishing touch? A drizzle of honey to offset the smoky salmon – delicious!
Roast pork with great crackling has to be up there as one of the best Sunday lunches, but we've taken it to the next level with tender pork loin and a spicy, fragrant rub that will make your crackling extra crunchy and tasty. There's even a fancy gravy making this ideal for entertaining. On the off chance you have leftovers, you can freeze them to use in other dishes such as stir-fries or ramens.
A quiche with a potato crust? Don't knock it 'til you try it! Naturally gluten-free and showcasing fluffy and creamy Maris Pipers, the smashed potato crust feels both on-trend and comfortingly familiar. This makes a great lunch or centrepiece on a sharing table – everyone will want the recipe!
Bright purple sprouting broccoli pairs with flaked smoked salmon for a tart that makes for a fantastic Sunday lunch
Learn how to make sticky toffee pudding and tuck into this classic British dessert – a moist sponge made with medjool dates drenched in super-sticky toffee sauce.
Crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside – these perfect roast potatoes can be rustled up in just 40 minutes
Upgrade your classic roast side with these visual hasselback carrots. The earthy vegetable tastes amazing seasoned with warming cumin, fragrant fennel and glazed with honey for a crisp finish
This vegan Yorkshire pudding recipe gives fluffy, golden puddings which are completely egg-free and dairy-free – a must-have for any roast dinner
Tall, golden, and totally delicious – our perfect Yorkshire puddings are sure to impress
Slow-roasted until mouthwateringly tender and rubbed in a blend of fragrant herbs, this Italian-inspired pork is perfect for elevating your classic Sunday roast.
Succulent and crisp, it's the definitive Sunday lunch, enjoy this great classic.
These gorgeously flaky trout fillets are topped with a crunchy hazelnut crust for a dinner that's as full of wonderful textures as it is delicious flavours
This Vietnamese-inspired roast beef recipe is singing with flavour. The meat is first marinated in fish sauce and garlic before being coated in a punchy coriander and lemongrass rub and roasted until tender
Add a spark to a classic roast chicken with a spicy stuffing of chorizo, fresh herbs and smoked paprika
These brie and ham focaccia squares are a delicious addition to a Mother’s Day spread, festive celebration or to take on a picnic. The homemade chilli jam makes these scrumptious brie and ham focaccia squares that much more special.
Harissa is a chilli and herb paste widely used in North Africa and Middle Eastern cuisines and here it gives a fiery kick to a pork leg joint
Keep it classic at your next Sunday roast with a juicy roast chicken. This simple recipe has a fragrant onion and garlic stuffing for a crowd pleasing Sunday lunch.
Spoil yourself and your guests with this mushroom and leek bake with home-made crêpes as the star. A cheese, leek and mushroom filling gives the dish real comfort factor and when served warm sprinkled with fresh chives it looks irresistible.
Spice up your Sunday roast with a gloriously fragrant chicken with saffron stuffing. Sticky orange-roasted onions, kale and tomatoes are cooked alongside the chicken for extra chicken, whilst crispy crushed potatoes complete this ultimate Sunday lunch.
Heavenly choux pastry, dark chocolate and vanilla cream make a mouthwatering combination, even more so when you can take credit for making these chocolate eclairs yourself. Perfect for special birthday tea or when the kids have been really, really good.
You can’t go wrong with an old-fashioned rhubarb crumble recipe. This timeless, easy-to-make pud is a great way to make the most of pretty, pink rhubarb, with the tangy fruit balanced by the sweet, buttery crumble topping. Serve warm with custard, cream or ice cream for an indulgent, comforting dessert.