Summer recipes
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Venison meatballs with roasted tomatoes, pesto, garlic crumbs and mozzarella
Our kitchen garden cook reveals how to utilise tomatoes in dishes from gazpacho to meatballs.
By Melanie Johnson Published
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Petits pois a la Francaise
Go green: a fine dish in its own right, Petits pois a la Francaise is also the perfect accompaniment to roast quail or squab pigeon.
By Simon Hopkinson Published
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Venetian classic: Risi e bisi
Pretty peas: this Venetian classic, Risi e bisi, is similar to a risotto, but with a soup-like base.
By Simon Hopkinson Published
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Seafood, fennel and saffron stew
Fennel is a natural companion to fish.
By Melanie Johnson Published
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Strawberry, rhubarb and almond tart with rosemary ice cream
Strawberries and rhubarb make a delicious combination in this pretty tart.
By Melanie Johnson Published
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Blueberry and lemon-curd cream-cheese rolls
The indulgent ingredients in this delicous recipe probably outweigh the berries' health benefits.
By Melanie Johnson Published
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Gooseberry baked Alaska with fennel pollen and mascarpone
This gooseberry baked Alaska will brighten any summer dining table and the fennel pollen really enhances the flavours.
By Melanie Johnson Published
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Strawberries with rosewater ice cream
Ripe strawberries are the perfect accompaniment to this gelato-like rosewater ice cream, says Simon Hopkinson.
By Simon Hopkinson Published
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Spiced broad beans with baked eggs
This recipe is inspired by a classic Persian dish that lets the broad beans take a starring role.
By Melanie Johnson Published
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Beetroot, rosemary and balsamic tarte tatin, with Parmesan, herb-and-crumb-crusted fillet of beef and red-wine jus
Beetroot is a hugely versatile ingredient, says our kichen garden cook.
By Melanie Johnson Published
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Pan-fried cod with hazelnut mash and braised lettuce with peas and soya beans
Nothing compares to the soft, floppy leaves of a homegrown British lettuce.
By Melanie Johnson Published
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Rachel Green's raspberry Queen of Puddings
Celebrity chef and committed ambassador of British produce, Rachel Green reveals a delicious recipe for a summertime treat.
By Country Life Published
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Rhubarb, blood-orange and ginger heart pie
Now's the time to make the most of rhubarb.
By Melanie Johnson Published
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Kofta curry with stuffed parathas and cucumber raita
These curried delights will always be welcome.
By Simon Hopkinson Published
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Barbecued mackerel with chilli pesto drizzle and heirloom tomato orzo salad
Baked into picnic bread or served with barbecued mackerel, just two of our favourite tomato recipes to try.
By Melanie Johnson Published
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Lavender and lemon layer cake with vanilla mascarpone icing
Baked into a lemon layer cake or sandwiched between chocolate kisses, just two of our favourite lavender recipes to try.
By Melanie Johnson Published
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Barbecued corn on the cob with rose harissa chicken and kale chips
Barbecued and served with rose harissa chicken or blended into quinoa soup, just two of our favourite corn on the cob recipes to try.
By Melanie Johnson Published