Almond recipes

Get inspired by Middle Eastern flavours – these flatbreads are topped with roasted asparagus and salted almond dukkah. Save the leftover dukkah for other recipes

This pudding from reader Elizabeth Clark is the perfect centrepiece, complete with chewy meringue, creamy lemon filling and retro decoration

Make a centrepiece cake for a summer get-together. This take on a victoria sandwich comes with a twist in the form of an almond and raspberry sponge

One mixture all whizzed in the food processor makes the base and topping for this bake

These delicious low fat treats are perfect for a summer treat and can be served warm or cold

Make al fresco eating simple with this fresh summery pasta dish from Mary Cadogan

This easy summer bake made by adding dots of cheesecake mix to almond sponge along with chunks of fruit is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser

A rustic, crumbly traybake to enjoy with a cuppa, or with custard for pudding

Sharp, tangy gooseberries are the perfect foil to sweet, melt-in-the-mouth clafoutis. Enjoy warm or cold

Think of this as an Italian version of the British bakewell tart, lovely for dessert or with a cuppa

Packed with
almonds, both ground and whole, and fed with raisiny PX sherry, this is
intensely fruity - but not overly rich

Pretty as a picture, but dead simple. Add a paper flag and these will double as place names or favours at a wedding

Use Mary Cadogan's shortcrust pastry case recipe as the base for this gorgeous summery tart

British plums are one of the great late-summer treats. Enjoy them warm from the oven in this comforting pudding

Try trout instead of salmon - it's quick and easy to cook, and this recipe is full of sunshine flavours

Ready in just ten minutes, this simple trifle recipe is the perfect end to a traditional Sunday roast

Baby parsnips are far more tender than the regular variety, and delicious in this side dish. You can easily make this vegan by swapping the honey for maple syrup

This comfortingly cakey cobbler makes a warming end to any meal

Use quinoa instead of couscous to make a delicious gluten-free salad

Escape to the kitchen this weekend and make these gorgeous glazed teatime buns

These nuts have a great kick of spice and can be whipped up quickly ahead of entertaining

Use locally produced honey to make this moreish loaf cake with crunchy almond topping. It's perfect for afternoon tea, served with a cuppa

Create a delicious Italian-style topping for peaches and nectarines for a simple summer dessert

Enjoy a hybrid of two Persian dishes often served at weddings and celebrations. The ‘jewels’ are the colourful pistachios, barberries and almonds in the rice