Baking
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Hedgerow Upside Down Cake
As British hedgerows weigh heavy with wild produce, Lucy Burton shares her recipe for an upside down cake to celebrates late-summer berries The British Isles are defined by distinct seasons. Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter each bring their own unique…
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Cherry, Apricot and Honey Cake
As stone fruits near the end of their season, Lucy Burton shares her honey cake recipe, which is the perfect base for any soft fruit topping During the summer months, many growers find themselves with a bounty of produce on…
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Mini Tomato Frittatas
These colourful frittatas can be made ahead and served at a picnic, or serve straight out of the oven with a salad for lunch or brunch. SERVES 6 Preparation time: 15 minutes | Cooking time: 20…
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Raspberry brown sugar blondies
Lucy Burton shares her recipe from brown sugar blondies, the perfect base for gluts of summer raspberries There are few treats more tempting that a perfect, gooey brownie. Blondies are based on the same indulgent science as brownies but, made…
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Plum & Almond Cake
A simple cake to prepare as a teatime treat, and the halved plums ensure everybody gets a fruity slice. There’s so much coming through in the garden now that the kitchen is the place to be with all that fresh…
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Blackcurrant Sponge
A delicious and easy one-bowl sponge loaded with juicy blackcurrants SERVES 8 FOR THE SPONGE • 225g (8oz) unsalted butter, softened, plus a little more for greasing the tin • 225g (8oz) self-raising flour • 1 tsp baking powder •…
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Peach and Rose Lemonade
Homemade lemonade is a world away from store bought fizzy pop. Lucy Burton adds peach and rose for a delicious and tempting virgin fizz Few things signal the dizzy, balmy height of British summer better than rosy ripe peaches. June…
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Pickled Rainbow Chard
Magical chard stems have just as much flavour as the leaves. Lucy Burton shares her recipe for pickled rainbow stems Luscious, sturdy chard is a staple of many vegetable patches. Adaptable to a range of soil acidities and resilient to…
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Courgette & Lemon Cake
I really enjoy making courgette cake as it’s quick and easy. Great for making if expecting guests! SERVES 6-8 • 150ml (5fl oz) organic sunflower oil, plus extra to grease • 250g (9oz) self-raising flour • 3 large eggs •…
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Courgette & Spelt Bread Rolls
Delicious, flavourful bread that doesn’t go dry quickly due to the moist courgettes. MAKES 6 • 1 tsp easy bake yeast • 400g (14oz) organic strong flour • 100g (3½oz) organic spelt flour • 1 tsp salt • 130g (4½oz)…
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Egg-Free Chocolate Cherry Mousse
A quick and simple dessert that is sure to please a crowd. SERVES6-8 • 50ml (2fl oz) water • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar • 200 grams (7oz) chocolate, coarsely chopped • ½ tablespoon dark rum, brandy, or liquor of your…
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Asparagus and Wild Garlic Frittata
As British asparagus season dawns, Lucy Burton shares her recipe for frittata success, and a quick and easy lunch to boot Delicate asparagus, in its luscious green glory, likes to keep us guessing. Unlike the more reliable staples of the…
