Seasonal
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OUR FARMS NEED YOU! JOIN THE LAND ARMY, FEED THE NATION
A new initiative seeks to link farms in desperate need of workers to harvest and plant crops with those looking for employment Already, amid the current COVID-19 crisis, food availability is adapting as wholesalers move their operating focus from restaurants…
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BBQ’D WHOLE AUBERGINE WITH SEASONAL HERBS
This is the best way I’ve found to serve aubergine. By barbecuing it, then removing the outer skin, it becomes rich and creamy. Top tip: Pour plenty of good olive oil over and lots of herbs for a wonderfully summery…
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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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Homemade Raspberry Vinaigrette
A delicious low fat dressing for salads. Easy to make and a fantastic use of your seasonal raspberries. Makes 1 bottle Preparation time: 15 minutes • 125g (4oz ) raspberries • 50ml (1¾fl oz) apple cider vinegar • 50ml (1¾fl…
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Chicken & Pepper Pasta In A Creamy Garlic Sauce
A vibrant and colourful dish making the most out of seasonal bell peppers, spinach and tomatoes. SERVES 4 • 3 bell peppers, chopped • 1 red onion, chopped • 4 tbsp olive oil • 400g/1lb chicken breast • 1 tsp…
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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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Tender Asparagus Scrambled Eggs
Add seasonal asparagus to your brunch menu for something a little special. SERVES 4 • A knob of butter • 8 eggs, lightly beaten • 1 tsp chopped fresh curly parsley or chives • 4 slices of rustic bread, toasted…
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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…
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Seasonal Double Take at Scotland’s Gardens
Lack of frost has meant Scotland’s gardens are off to a blooming start this Spring. Mild winter conditions and a lack of frost has seen gardens across Scotland bursting into bloom earlier than expected to welcome visitors with stunning displays…
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Rhubarb and Spelt Upside Down Cake
Most gardeners will be well-acquainted with summery wild rhubarb, but pretty pink forced rhubarb is in season and perfect for winter baking In the UK, rhubarb celebrates two seasons. In summer, the sturdy, leafy and wild variety blooms; to the…
