Warm salad of spring vegetables with griddled lamb

This warm, dressed salad is delicious on its own, but if you need a bit more bite, grilled lamb is the perfect choice

Farmhouse blackberry & apple pie

A comforting pudding using fresh late summer produce

Dover sole with buttered leeks & shrimps

April, May and June are prime months for Dover sole. Easy and quick to prepare, this fish is often overlooked says CJ Jackson

Indian spiced greens

This recipe suits any greens you have to hand – from shredded kale to Brussels sprouts. For the less adventurous, less chilli can be used

Kale pasta with chilli & anchovy

Anchovies and robust greens are a classic partnership and the saltiness of the fish teams well with pasta

Whole roast bream with potatoes & olives

Roasting the fish along with the potatoes means all the lovely flavours mingle

Broad bean pilau

This broad bean dish will add a Middle Eastern twist to any summer occasion

Chocolate pecan fondants

These indulgent puds are great to freeze so you’ll always have something to whip out for unexpected guests

Chinese braised red cabbage

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Add a zing to your red cabbage with this great accompaniment to cold meats at Christmas

Nectarines in red wine

This is a stunningly simple, grown-up way to enjoy perfectly ripe nectarines, or peaches