Dessert: Figs... this little juicy fruit filled with seeds that crunch under your teeth... :-) We love them in jam, in cakes, ...

Tarts are a delicious and versatile treat that can be made with a variety of fillings, from fresh fruit to creamy custards.

You could buy raspberry jam to cheat this tart a little, but it’s definitely worth making the pastry from scratch. For the jam, put a small plate in the freezer. Place about 250g/9oz raspberries ...

Heat up the apricot jam with two tablespoons of water and leave to cool. Spoon a little of the cooled crème pâtissière into each one of the tart cases. Top with whatever fruit you wish before ...

"The almond topping is better known as frangipane, which is made by combining butter, eggs, sugar and ground almonds. It is ...

They make the best jam - rich, deep in colour and with a bit of lemon for a little tartness. Scrummy on toast, scones, brioche or a bakewell tart. Plus there is enough to store away for winter.