Some may remember the watercress soup from the summer show a couple of years ago – one of the only times when no entry achieved […]
March 2017 – Jellied Rhubarb & Vanilla soup
This recipe is courtesy of BBC Good Food and is a real winner for a dinner party. Early rhubarb should be just about coming in […]
March 2017 – Purple Sprouting with Chilli and Lime Dressing
This is something just a little bit different to do with your purple sprouting. Purple sprouting is in season in March and is just coming […]
March 2017 – French Onion Soup
Strictly speaking onions are not in season in March but they are available all year round. A nice warming soup can be just the thing […]
February 2017 – Warm artichoke, blood orange & feta salad
This recipe comes courtesy of BBC Good Food and is a quite different winter salad. Jerusalem artichokes are at their best right now, so it […]
February 2017 – Crab Apple Jelly
Crab apples are rarely available commercially, but crab apple jelly is great with cheese but is also great for adding a tang to sauces or […]
February 2017 – Marmalade
Now, first things first, no-one, repeat no-one, is allowed to use this recipe for the summer show! This recipe comes from a book by Nigella […]
January 2017 – Gin and Tonic Granita
This recipe comes from the BBC Food website and is a Tom Kerridge recipe. If you’re thinking of a reason for a bit of booze […]
January 2017 – Leek, Gruyere and Thyme pie
This is an adaptation of a recipe that uses taleggio cheese instead of gruyere. Taleggio is an Italian cheese that has a pretty pungent smell […]
January 2017 – Sautéed Brussels Sprouts With Bacon and Golden Raisins
Brussels Sprouts are at their best at this time of year but some people regard them as a bit boring. This simple recipe makes them […]

