Summer

Spatchcocking means you can cook a whole chicken in under an hour, and everything is roasted together in one pan, so there’s very little washing up

Beef patties glazed with pomegranate molasses are layered up with rocket, pomegranate seeds and a garlicky yogurt for a Middle Eastern twist on classic burgers. The crunchy tahini-cucumber salad is the perfect partner

A staple at any picnic spread, sandwiches must be able to stand the test of time. Here, shredded chicken is coated in a herby, flavour-packed mayo, then stuffed into rustic ciabatta.

A retro classic with roasted grapes for a burst of sweetness and fennel for added crunch

This pasta salad is made with fresh greens and herbs, and finished with a spicy hazelnut butter for a crunchy kick.

Whole sea bass is grilled to perfection and served with soft aubergine, fresh herbs and a zingy Thai dressing called nam jim jaew. A stunning centrepiece for a barbecue spread

A classic French quiche made using eggs, cream and bacon in a shortcrust pastry case. Served either hot or cold, it’s perfect for picnic season

Pickle brine is the key to these juicy, tender chicken wings, which are tossed in a simple buffalo sauce. The blue cheese dressing can be used both as a wing dip and as a salad dressing

This recipe is inspired by Argentinian choripán. Grilled sausages are drizzled with prep-ahead chimichurri and served with a fresh slaw to load on or enjoy on the side