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An easy-to-make puff pastry tart which combines the earthy flavour of beetroot with a mild goat's cheese for a delicious quick winter lunch.

These tasty vegetarian rolls are packed full of goodness and perfect for a summer picnic or the school lunch box throughout the year.

This is a real showstopper dessert which has become very popular possibly because it is relatively simple to make. Once baked, all you...

Bakewell Tart is an English classic made with a shortcrust pastry base spread with jam and covered in frangipane and flaked almonds.

These black pudding sausage rolls are such a favourite in our house and make for a quick and simple supper

Everybody loves a classic sausage roll and home made is best. Perfect for a packed lunch or as the ultimate party snack.

Sometimes called cheese straws, these are an easy to make snack which are perfect to serve with drinks before dinner.

Cheese and pastry are a winning combination and these small bite sized tarts are perfect for a light lunch or as an appetiser

Quick and easy to make quiche recipe and some ideas for savoury fillings. Perfect for those alfresco summer lunches.

This is one of the easiest tarts to make, using a ready rolled sheet of puff pastry topped with your choice of filling. Lots of ideas here.

A jalousie is a crisp puff pastry tart with a sweet fruit filling. Here, I've used the remains of the Christmas mincemeat and a Bramley...

In Portugal, these are known as Pastéis de Nata, those small custard tarts made with crisp, flaky pastry encasing a delicious baked custard.

A zesty lemon pie covered in a marshmallow meringue. The fresh citrus flavour will leave you wanting more! This is something my...

This newspaper cutting was in my mother's book and gives an interesting background to the origins of treacle. I have increased the...