Spring

The firm texture of Jersey Royals makes them the perfect choice for a frittata, while their nutty taste works wonders with the sweetness of fresh, flaky crab

A classic North African and Middle Eastern dish, shakshuka can be eaten at any time of the day and makes a great brunch or supper dish. This version is packed with good-for-you greens

A green risotto with a citrus edge – perfect for welcoming in spring

This simple yet satisfying dish combines peppery radishes, sweet peas and tender baby potatoes with fresh cod. The citrusy dill yogurt adds extra freshness and zing

A zesty cookie with a lovely spring-pink hue, these make a great treat for Mother’s Day

These fluffy lemon cupcakes have an oozy, tangy curd centre, which balances their sweetness

The natural variety of colours in rainbow chard brings a range of nutrients to your plate: it's particularly rich in carotenoids, polyphenols and vitamins K, A and C, and will boost your fibre intake

This rustic cake is magic because the batter separates into three layers during baking, yielding a sponge-cake-like top, a creamy custardy middle and a chewy, fudgy base layer. Tinned peaches from the storecupboard add colour and texture, but tinned or fresh apricots would work just as well

You can use shop-bought fairy cakes to make these fun Easter bunny bottom cupcakes - or bake your own for a bigger spring project