Cherry

The combination of peaches and cherries in this pie is gorgeous. Don’t worry about pitting the cherries – life’s too short – but do forewarn the pie-eaters!

This rather dull-looking pie holds a decadent secret. You shouldn’t judge a book by its cover and neither, my friends, should you ever judge a pie by its exterior. Usually at this time of year, when stone fruit is in abundance, I’m putting together numerous, fast ‘open tarts’ but this one is perfect if you have a wee bit of time on your hands. Sumptuously nutty, creamy and full of tangy stone fruit, this sweet creation from the Basque region, which spans the French-Spanish border, is well worth the little extra effort it takes to assemble. Photography by Jani Shephered; Gatherum Collectif.

This clafoutis is one of my Frenchman’s family classics and is a great way to use an abundance of home-grown eggs. It’s also super-easy to make – feel free to use whatever stone fruit you have in abundance. Photographs by Jani Shepherd and styling by Fiona Hugues; Gatherum Collectif.

Indulge in the delicious combination of cherry, walnut and feta in this fresh wholesome salad - a perfect addition to Christmas lunch this year!

Packed with cherries, honeycomb and passionfruit, this barley breakfast bowl is the perfect way to start the day. It's full of fibre, fruit and good sugars, making it suitable for diabetics.

Start the day off with this refreshing and healthy smoothie, filled with sweet cherries, walnuts and black chia seeds.

Consider yourself a chocoholic? Then this sweet, rich, and delightfully indulgent chocolate and cherry ripple ice-cream is right up your alley! The ultimate sweet summer treat.

This delicious and easy to prepare chocolate and cherry loaf is the perfect accompaniment with your mid-morning cuppa! The perfect balance of sweet and fruity!

Enjoy the decadence of chocolate without the guilt with these irresistible chocolate, cherry and coconut bars. This recipe from Simon Bryant's book, Vegetables, Grains and Other Good Stuff, is the perfect way to start experimenting with refined sugar-free desserts.