Chinon apple tarts

These little French tarts are wonderfully buttery and crisp, glazed with a red wine jelly – the perfect end to a special supper for two

Almond-topped mince pies

These festive favourites are encased in a rich, sweet shortcrust pastry and finished off with a frangipane topping that livens up every bite

Microwave bacon & bean casserole

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Eating alone doesn't have to mean boring baked beans on toast – turn them into a rich stew instead in under 15 minutes

Plum crumble cake

This sumptuous seasonal bake is topped with halved plums or apricots and a buttery crumble topping – serve as a pudding or cake

Coconut Nice

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

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