What should you be cooking this month?

If you are planning a dinner party this month, why not try Delia’s Chicken Feuilletés which can be made in advance ready to cook on the night, or for midweek suppers Shepherd’s Pie with Cheese Crusted Leeks can be made a couple of days before and popped in the oven last minute.

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Serves 6

Veal Milanese

You know what it's like when you just love a particular dish? Delia reveals that this Italian classic is her supper of choice at her favourite London trattoria...

Serves 6

Chocolate Creme Brulees

The ubiquitious creme brulee is given a welcome twist in this recipe with the addition of chocolate, making it even more of a treat! And Delia has found a brilliant cheat method for the caramel topping...

Serves 6

Easy Game Pie

Yes, this really is easy. You can now buy packs of three different selections of ready-prepared game, or you can use all cubed venison.

Serves 6-8

Coq au Vin

It's no surprise that this lovely French classic has stood the test of time: perfect for a supper party or Sunday lunch. Try to make it the day before so the full flavours can develop.

Serves 6-8

Deep Lemon Tart

I once spent a great deal of time trying every sort of lemon tart imaginable in order to come up with the definitive version. And here it is – thicker than is usual which, quite rightly I think, includes much more filling than pastry. If you want to

Serves 4-6

Minestrone with Macaroni

Plenty of vegetables and the addition of pasta make this an immensely satisfying and filling soup that costs very little but is definitely in the luxury class! Enjoy it with crusty bread.

Serves 4

Shepherd's Pie with Cheese-crusted Leeks

Shepherd's pie was traditionally a good way of using up leftovers, but there's nothing second best about this wonderful traditional winter warmer, made even better with Delia's addition of a cheese and leek crust.

Serves 6

Hot Chocolate Fudge Sundaes

Although this sublime chocolate dessert includes home-made (and very easy!) vanilla ice cream, if time is short you could always cheat and use a good bought one, then just add the hot chocolate sauce and toppings. Easy!