Blueberry, Almond and Lemon Cake (8)

A favourite recipe from Yotam Ottolenghi’s ” Simple”.

Leek and Spinach Cake (4)

A delicious green savoury cake from Bill Grainger’s ” Easy”.

Chicken Stewed in Cider and Apples (6)

A winning combination from ” Basque” by Jose Pizarro.

Cheese and Grape Muffins ( makes 12)

These are great for snacks , lunchboxes and picnics. The recipe is from ” Home Food” by Olia Hercules.

Curd Cake with Caramelised Apples (8-10)

A version of Sernyk, a traditional cheesecake eaten across poland and Ukraine, which i found in ” Summer KItchens” by Olia Hercules.

Green Beans Cooked in Tomatoes (4)

Another favourite Armenian side dish from ” Home Food” by Olia Hercules. If fresh beans are not available you can use frozen. You can also poach some eggs in the dish to serve as a brunch or supper. You can serve with fresh bread or flatbreads. If you have leftover beans you can reheat the next day and whisk through some beaten raw eggs to make a version of scrambled eggs.

Armenian Chard and Lentil Soup (4)

I recently spent a week in Armenia and was pleasantly surprised by the food there- especially when eating in family ” restaurants” in local villages. I came home seeking out Armenian recipes so i could try more of their food back in the UK. This is from ” Home Food” by Olia Hercules.

Gooseberry and Elderflower Clafoutis (6-8)

A seasonal recipe from Anna Higham. You can use any soft fruit including tayberries , jostaberries and mulberries if you can find them.

Smoked Salmon and Spinach Lasagne (4)

An easy and comforting pasta bake based on a Scandinavian recipe. Its from Tom Kitchin and I found it in ” Chefs at Home”.

Stilton and Tamarind Mumbai Toastie (2)

A favourite snack from ” Mother Tongue” by Gurdeep Loyal

Chocolate and Date Fridge Cake (18 pieces)

An easy no bake cake or dessert from Waitrose.

Peas and Onions (4)

A very simple side from Yotam Ottolenghi.

Cheesy Polenta with Tomato Sauce (4)

A delicious side from Yotam Ottolenghi which goes well with roast chicken or grilled seafood.

Cheesy Polenta with Curried Onions (4)

Another unusual combination from Ixta Belfrage in ” Mezcla”. The onions can be used in other recipes too- they can be served as a dip mixed with labne or yoghurt, spooned on top of sour cream topped baked potatoes, over eggs or in sandwiches, burgers and hot dogs. This recipe can be served as part of a vegetarian spread or with sausages.

Mussels and Orzo with Coconut and Saffron (4)

Another delicious supper from ” Mezcla” by Ixta Belfrage.

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