Plum cake
Plums always make the perfect accompaniment to cakes, as they add moisture and are loaded with flavour. This is another of my favourite recipes.
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Greek salad
Greek salad
When the sun is shining and the ingredients are in their prime, a simple, yet satisfying, Greek salad hits the spot every time.
Barbecue corn with chipotle butter
Barbecue corn with chipotle butter
Corn is sweet, juicy and inexpensive at the moment. Barbecuing it is such a great way to enhance the natural flavour with a little smokiness.
Zucchini frittata
Zucchini frittata
Zucchinis are in season and I have fallen in love with them again. This frittata is simple, tasty, really healthy and makes a great lunch or light dinner.
Extending barbecue repertoire
Extending barbecue repertoire
It's always a perfect time for a barbecue, writes Alison Lambert.
New season garlic, chilli, parsley spaghetti
New season garlic, chilli, parsley spaghetti
This classic combination celebrates the new season’s sticky, fragrant garlic perfectly.
Pot-luck dinner
Pot-luck dinner
Dinners like this are great as they are informal and a great way to catch up over the holiday season, writes Alison Lambert.
Ratatouille
Ratatouille
Everybody has their own way of preparing this classic dish.
Toastie with cheesy greens
Toastie with cheesy greens
I love a good toastie, and why not load it with healthy, flavoursome greens? Good-quality bread is a must and a punchy cheesy filling is essential.
Baked asparagus with spring onions and ricotta
Baked asparagus with spring onions and ricotta
Simple combinations like this just work. It is almost souffle-like in texture and taste and works well as a lighter dinner.
Avocado, coconut and kiwifruit ice blocks
Avocado, coconut and kiwifruit ice blocks
These are made with coconut water, which is hydrating, and no added sugar or nasties, so are perfect for our hot summer months.
The sweet life
The sweet life
Alison Lambert shares two types of Christmas puddings, allowing everyone gets to enjoy the sweet things in life.
Christmas treats for dogs
Christmas treats for dogs
Like us, dogs need tasty treats as well this Christmas.
Mandarin syrup cake
Mandarin syrup cake
Alison Lambert shares a delicious recipe for a cake made with mandarins.
Vegan red velvet cupcakes
Vegan red velvet cupcakes
I have been playing around with alternatives to traditional baking. I made these cupcakes with fresh beetroot, removed the eggs and butter and added oil. I also whipped up some...
Roast asparagus with almonds, feta and lemon
Roast asparagus with almonds, feta and lemon
Any which way you want to cook asparagus is a winner. But when you add this punchy, moorish dressing, you add another level of flavour and deliciousness!
Portuguese delights
Portuguese delights
Portugese food is often overlooked, writes Alison Lambert.
Roast celeriac with fennel dressing
Roast celeriac with fennel dressing
This week, Alison Lambert heroes celeriac.
Asparagus fries
Asparagus fries
The time has come for the mighty asparagus to reappear in our menus. I found this idea and it is delicious! Simply crumb it in polenta and fry in olive oil until crisp.
Spring greens, lettuce and feta tart
Spring greens, lettuce and feta tart
This time of the year is all about using what is at hand. I used wilted greens, cos lettuce and lots of sweet spring onions to get this nourishing, fresh tart.