Spring fling
From asparagus to rhubarb, fresh, tender spring produce is now in abundance. Make the most of these delights while they’re in season; our recipes feature twists on traditional Easter classics plus new favourites in the form of tarts, salads and pastries. Happy eating!
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Apple and Pear Galette
Sugar-coated fruit in pastry.
1 hr 25 mins
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Asparagus Puff Pastry Tarts
Crisp flaky pastry, soft cheese and fresh asparagus come together effortlessly…
35 mins
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Baked Courgettes
A tasty but easy-to-prepare accompaniment.
20 mins
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Baked Eggs in Cream
A simple but satisfying dish.
35 mins
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Baked Salmon with Cucumber Dill Sauce
Equally good with salmon steaks or fillets, this simple summery dish is quick…
20 mins
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Carrot Cake
Another bestseller at the Hummingbird, this carrot cake is moist and full of…
45 mins
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Chorizo Peas
This Spanish-inspired side dish offers a yummy new way to serve peas. A hit of…
20 mins
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Crème Brulée with Fresh Berries
Lactofree community member Mia Botcher's recipe for Crème Brulée with Fresh…
1 hr 20 mins
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Easter Window Biscuits
Get creative and colourful with these sweet treats!
35 mins
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Eggs Florentine
This classic brunch dish, also good for lunch or supper, consists of spinach…
25 mins
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Honey-glazed Gammon
Boiling the ham first makes this joint really moist.
2 hrs 15 mins
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Hot Cross Buns
Get the morning off to a warm start with some simple homemade hot cross buns.
55 mins
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Iced Vanilla Cup Cakes
These pretty little cup cakes come out of the oven flat on top. For extra…
40 mins
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Lamb Cutlets on Minted Pea Puree
Cook tender spring lamb to perfection with fresh mint leaves, then serve on a…
40 mins
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Lamb Shanks with Mint & Balsamic Pearl Barley
Serve this lamb dish with crisp, juicy spring greens for full-on freshness.
1 hr 45 mins
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Marinated Lamb Chops with Crushed Lemon and Chilli Broccoli
Cheat... Use a ready-made paste to coat the lamb, such as a pesto or a…
35 mins
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Poached Salmon with Watercress Mayo
The delicate taste of the salmon is complemented perfectly by the flavoursome…
40 mins
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Pork and Spring Greens
Cook's Note Choose your greens with the seasons – use Savoy cabbage,…
20 mins
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Rhubarb Crème Brulée
Tart rhubarb adds a British twist to this creamy classic.
1 hr
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Rhubarb Fool
Smooth yet sharp, this moreish recipe gives an old English favourite a…
40 mins
