Berry cheesecake in a glass

Mascarpone is a great standby for making an almost-instant dessert. Here, its creamy richness is cut by the sharpness of the blackberries

Beef pie with crisp potato crust

A classic recipe with a contemporary twist, beef pie with crisp potato crust

Drunken berries with cream

This alternative dessert couldn’t be simpler or more seasonal

Almond-crusted fish with saffron sauce

Here’s a traditional Italian favourite – a classic Venetian dish dating back to the 14th century

Chilli con carne soup

This is a soupy version of a classic chilli – kept mellow so children can enjoy it too

Strawberry Pavlova

When you find a punnet of perfectly ripe strawberries, showcase them in this irresistible summer dessert