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Makes 12Prep time 15 minCook time 30 minSpecialist kit 12-hole muffin tin;12 large paper muffin cases EASY SWAPS Raspberries or blackcurrants are great alternatives. • 250g cooked beetroot • 3 large e

I consider myself a cook who grows her ingredients rather than a gardener who cooks. Don’t ask me about roses or when to prune a clematis. I’m as lost as you are. But if I can eat it, I’m interested.

22-24 August 2025 The Big Feastival, Cotswolds This annual celebration of food and music brings a top line-up of Michelin-starred chefs and world-renowned artists to Alex James’ (of Blur fame) idyllic

When a friend came to visit recently she loved all the colour in our flower garden but she took one look at the veg garden and said, “Ah, food!” There’s nothing better than harvesting delicious fresh

Share the load with your guests and ask each to make one of these delicious dishes for your next alfresco gathering

A MONTH IN THE COUNTRY PLACES TO ...