Cinnamon-scented plum jam

This delicately spiced jam is a gorgeous way to preserve the taste of autumn fruits – delicious spread on hot buttered toast or teacakes

Baguettes

Make fresh, French bread at home with this simple recipe – an overnight starter called a poolish gives a golden crust and chewy middle.

Peppery kohlrabi slaw

With crunchy kohlrabi, horseradish and spring greens, this coleslaw is quick enough for everyday, yet unusual enough to impress guests

Baked nectarines & raspberries with almonds & honey

One of the simplest ways to showcase summer fruit, this dessert is finished with a crunchy amaretti biscuit and flaked almond topping

Coconut cherry berry fool

Use up an abundance of cherries in this easy layered dessert, with crumbled macaroons and a coconut yogurt cream topping

Summer rarebit

Goat’s cheese, cider and grated beetroot take this classic Welsh version of cheese on toast to the next level

Gooseberry crème brûlée tart

Seasonal berries and sweet pastry make a stunning dessert for a dinner party – blowtorch for a beautifully crisp cracked sugar topping

Maple-glazed blueberry muffins

Give the classic blueberry muffin a makeover by adding a crisp maple-sugar glaze, which sets to a cracked crust

Raspberry religieuse

A fabulously fruity version of a French choux bun patisserie classic, filled with fluffy vanilla cream, fresh berries and naturally coloured pink icing

Lemon & black pepper crusted salmon

This simple, speedy fish dish combines contrasting textures of succulent salmon fillets with a crunchy breadcrumb topping

Rösti lamb hotpot

Top lamb mince and vegetables with a grated potato and cheese topping and serve in individual dishes for a delicious dinner for two

Scandi smoked mackerel on rye

Open sandwiches make a lovely light lunch or dinner – try topping dark rye bread with Scandinavian-style fish, crème fraîche and tomatoes