Smoked haddock & sweetcorn chowder

This quick and creamy classic American fish soup makes a mouthwatering midweek meal, with chunky new potatoes and smoky white fish fillets

Coconut Nice

Upgrade the classic Nice biscuit with a coconut cream icing and desiccated coconut topping – they’re vegan, too

Sticky toffee fig rolls

Take these classic sweet treats to the next level by adding chewy toffees to the rich and fruity filling

Pickled beetroot

Preserve roasted beetroot in a sweet and spiced vinegar to make this punchy, classic accompaniment to cold meats and cheeses

Green tomato chutney

This classic condiment makes the most of end-of-season green tomatoes with apples, sultanas and spice

Grilled corn with chilli mayonnaise, coriander & feta

Upgrade this classic barbecue side dish by brushing with a spicy, creamy sauce and adding crumbled cheese and fresh herbs

Fig, raspberry & cardamom pie

An unusual fruit filling, complemented by Middle-Eastern flavours of rosewater and cardamom, makes for an impressive dinner party dessert

Bread & butter pudding

Transform a stale loaf into this comforting, traditional British dessert, layered up with a rich vanilla custard, dried fruit and lemon zest

Cider & blackberry ice lollies

Tangy blackberries give these classic boozy ice lollies a fruity kick – a fun alternative to frozen cocktails

Peach puff pastry tart with almonds

Top puff-pastry with sliced peaches to make this rustic, simple Spanish-style fruit tart – an easy yet attractive dinner party dessert

Halloumi panzanella salad

Make a meal of this Italian classic with the addition of pan-fried halloumi and ready-roasted peppers for a 20-minute light lunch or supper

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