Lemon Verbena Shortbread
If you have lemon verbena growing in your garden, using the leaves to flavour the sugar is another great use of this delicious plant.
Mushroom Risotto
Rich, creamy and full of earth flavours. Watch the risotto masterclass video if you've never made a risotto before, it will help you with tips and technique. Serves 6 as a starter or 4 as a main course.
Confit Pea & Mint Relish
Versatile relish to use in the summer months spread on bruschetta, used as a vol au vent filing or canapés.
Pistachio friands
Deceptively easy little cakes which are lovely served as a dessert when they are still warm with some ice cream on the side. The addition or rosewater is optional, you could also try orange blossom essence
Herb Popovers
An unusual treat for breakfast or brunch when topped with creamy scrambled eggs. This makes approx 12, any that you don't eat can be frozen and then reheated in a hot oven straight from frozen in about 5 minutes. Feel…
Sweetcorn with a miso & sweet chilli glaze
Serve as a side with your favourite BBQ dishes or simply finish under the grill. Absolutely delicious umami hit from the miso and the sugar enhances the sweetness of the corn.
Kale Crisps
Quick and easy to make, they keep for up to a month in an airtight container and perfect served with drinks. If you like Chinese crispy seaweed, you'll love these.
Chick Pea Curry
During these difficult times with the cost of food I have put together a curry that can be made with cans and frozen products which have a much longer life and help towards reducing food waste. Serve with rice or…
Summer Tray Bake Vegetables
No one wants to be stuck in the kitchen on a summer day. This easy recipe for using all the best vegetables that summer has to offer is the perfect accompaniment to a roast chicken or slow cooked lamb. I…