Spring

Verdant spring herbs are abundant in this comforting yet zingy broth. Add a dollop of oat fraîche, then stir it into the soup as you eat to make it delightfully creamy without adding dairy

This deeply savoury, succulent leg of lamb is perfect for an Easter roast

Don’t spend money on expensive vinegars when making pickles. White distilled malt vinegar works well with spices, and it won’t cloud the colour if you’re using a heavily pigmented vegetable

Using cottage cheese in place of cream in this creamy classic reduces the calories, while still creating a comforting bowl of pasta

We’ve put a springtime spin on Irish colcannon with this high-protein frying-pan hash. If you have leftover cooked new potatoes from another meal (or even roast potatoes), skip straight to step 2