Summer

Bring some fresh flavours to your summer scones with this tangy conserve

Who doesn’t love a cool, refreshing drink on a hot day? Why not amp up its health credentials by using green tea, as well as nutrient-rich fruit? Steeped green tea has a raft of benefits: high in protective plant polyphenols, it’s great for gut health and may improve bone density, protect the brain, and lower blood cholesterol levels.

Removing the backbone from the chicken makes for a much speedier cook time on the barbecue.

These easy steak skewers kick sausages and burgers to the kerb with their speedy cook time and lip-smacking tastiness.

The ultimate in barbecue food, sticky ribs always go down well at a party. Serve with some griddled corn and plenty of napkins! Any leftover barbecue sauce is also great with burgers and chicken.

The traditional country garden has long provided inspiration for cooks and creatives, and this bake pairs perfectly with a cup of herbal tea

Roasting beetroot with cumin emphasises its sweet but slightly earthy flavour. Combined with wilted garden greens, caramelised onion and a soft-rind cheese such as Brie (or try a goat’s cheese), you have a heavenly supper on hand.

Got some freshly plucked corn cobs? You’ll find charring brings out their flavour in this chunky salsa.

Give your chicken some extra fizz courtesy of a zingy marinade