Cookery

For one of the easiest soups of all, cook split red lentils with veg and spices until sublime in texture. The flavours are inspired by Turkish cuisine, including the serving suggestion of dried mint,

Nothing beats the sweet, sun-ripened flavour of seasonal tomatoes. Whether they’re roasted, raw or simmered into sauces, they can add vibrancy and depth to so many dishes. At their peak, tomatoes need

Valencian paella, where the dish originates, is made with rabbit and/or chicken, green beans and fat white beans. This version combines seafood and meat. Paella shouldn’t be stirred (like risotto) as

Perfect as a veggie main course or accompaniment. Ingredients (Serves 2 as a main or 4 as an accompaniment) 2 tsp vegetable oil2 spring onions, chopped1 celery stick, finely sliced100 g mushrooms, sli

Grilled peach, chicken & feta salad ■ Serves 4 ■ Prep 10 mins ■ Cook 12 mins 400g mini chicken fillets3 tbsp olive oil4 ripe peaches, stonedand quartered4 tsp sherry vinegar1 tbsp honey1 red chilli, f

The perfect menu for relaxed summer entertaining