Ingredients (Serves 2) 1 tin beans such as borlotti, butter or cannellini 1 large carrot Fresh basil leaves 85 g watercress Croutons (either store bought or home-made) Olive oil Grated hard cheese, li

This recipe is perfect for using up slightly wilted bags of leaves and salad that may be lurking in the fridge. SERVES 2 | PREP 10 MINS | COOK 20 MINS | EASY 1 tbsp olive oil1 onion, diced400g baby po

■ Serves 8 ■ Prep 30 mins plus 10 mins resting ■ Cook 1 hr 500g kale, thick stalks discarded and roughly chopped1 tbsp each butter and olive oil2 onions, chopped3 garlic cloves, finely chopped750g ric

This rich tart makes a lovely dish for a spring lunch – serve with a crisp green salad. SERVES 6 | PREP 20 MINS | COOK 1 HR 10 MINS | EASY 250g shortcrust pastry2 smoked haddock fillets knob of butter

Pretty-as-a-picture bakes inspired by the fresh zing of spring, along with crafts to help share them

■ TO PREP 10 mins ■ TO COOK 10 mins ■ SERVES 1 YOU WILL NEED ✔ 150g British asparagus spears ✔ radishes, small handful ✔ ½ lemon, juiced, plus wedge to serve ✔ ½ tsp honey ✔ extra virgin olive oil ✔ ½