RECOMMENDATIONS

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  Saltimbocca with root vegetable mash

  Sophie Michell wraps venison in Parma ham for this game version of a famous Italian dish

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  Steamed orange and marmalade sponge pudding

  James Martin uses the tanginess of marmalade and freshness of orange zest to wonderful effect in this irresistible steamed pudding

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  Greenest of green salads

  Sophie Grigson celebrates the best of British spring-summer greens with a salad of dandelion leaves, marjoram, sorrel, broad beans and more

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  Spaghetti primavera

  A light and tasty pasta dish that makes the most of spring - primavera - vegetables.

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  Cha cha cha chillies

  Serve Miss Hope and Mr Greenwood's pre-dinner appetiser as an interesting taste bud teaser or in a '9 1/2 weeks' moment of abandon

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  Blueberry cheesecake

  For a rich and indulgent dessert try Simon Rimmer's creamy cheesecake, topped with marinated blueberries

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  Pureed artichoke soup

  This deliciously filling summer soup perfected by Art Smith is a favourite of American talk show host, Oprah Winfrey

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  Herby broad bean and pea salad with garlic bread croutons

  Harry Eastwood’s bright green salad is perfect to serve with chicken thighs or seafood for a summery meal

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  Raspberry soufflés

  Rosemary Shrager's fruity raspberry soufflés are light as air and make a wonderful dessert after a heavy main course

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  Apple crisp

  If you like apple crumble, you'll love Antony Worrall Thompson's version, flavoured with warming spices and tangy citrus zest