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* Melanie Johnson makes asaparagus with crab risotto or mini asparagus pizzas
* Mark Hix cooks asparagus with fried duck eggs or a wild salmon salad
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The King's favourite tea, conclave and spring flowers: Country Life Quiz of the Day, April 22, 2025Tuesday's Quiz of the Day blows smoke, tells the time and more.
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London is the place for me* (*the discerning property buyer)With more buyers looking at London than anywhere else, is the 'race for space' finally over?
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Gill Meller's recipe for wild garlic pestoThe appearance of wild garlic is a sure sign that spring is on the way. Make the most of it with this quick and easy recipe for 'intense' pesto.
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Asparagus and prawn pappardelle with chorizo that sings of SpringThis recipe comes with 'a flavour punch you don't want to miss'
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Delicious herbs and ices: rosemary ice cream with chocolate brownieThis immensely popular and versatile herb is easily grown in the garden, and pairs with anything from ice cream to chicken.
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Recipe: Tom Aikens's roast leg of lambThe arrival of Spring is an grand time of year for all those who love fresh, seasonal food, with the arrival of all the delicious young vegetables and salads. Tom Aikens shares his recipe for roast lamb.
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How to make rack of lamb with harissa, asparagus and garlic-and-almond sourdough crumbsNow's the time to enjoy British-grown asparagus.
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How to make pasta with radicchio, pear, walnut and fetaRadicchio's bitter leaves add interesting flavours to this spring pasta dish.
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An unbeatable shoulder-of-lamb shepherd's pie recipe ideal for Easter, as dreamed up by the chefs at Fortnum & MasonIf you're looking for a dish that mixes show-stopper with comfort food, this is just ideal.
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The ultimate 'posh' rhubarb and custard? How to make rhubarb, raspberry and thyme mille-feuilleHere's how to elevate simple rhubarb and custard to something rather smart.
