Taste the season

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

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,

Fry the chorizo so that it is lovely and crisp in contrast with the soft Piccolos and butterbeans in this comforting soup. Great reheated the next day and served with crusty bread or toast. Ingredient

Use ripe tomatoes to make these sweet and spicy bruschetta bites. They’re ideal for a garden party, when it doesn’t matter if you end up making a bit of a mess. SERVES 16 as a side PREP 15 mins COOK 1

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

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