Oats so good

Once an essential everyday ingredient – particularly in the north of the country – oats still have a special place in British storecupboards

Fill a hamper or cool bag and head for the great outdoors

Looking for ways to reduce ultra-processed foods in your diet? Try these tasty recipes for wholesome alternatives from top nutritionist Rhiannon Lambert, and you’ll never look back!

By David and Stephen Flynn from The Happy Pear (thehappypear.ie) Makes 10 | Prep 15 mins | Cook 35-40 mins FOR THE BASE 180g rolled oats100g almond flour orwholewheat flour60ml maple syrup60ml coconut

Filled with almonds, cherries and sweet white chocolate for a moreish and tempting treat, this tasty traybake is simple to make. MAKES 12 SQUARES PREP 20 MINS COOK 30 MINS ✱ 200g unsalted butter ✱ 100

Transportable sweet treats, ideal for outings