It can be topped with freshly grated Parmesan or nutritional yeast for a plant-based option, and it’s easily customizable for those who like to add a bit of heat with red pepper flakes.

Arrange on a platter interspersed with warm roasted red pepper slices. Scatter some freshly roasted and slightly crushed fennel seeds over the top. Toss. Sprinkle over the freshly chopped fennel ...

This simple fennel recipe emphasises the fantastic flavour of a much maligned vegetable and transforms it into a sweet, silky side dish. To prepare the fennel bulbs, first cut off the leafy fronds ...

To serve, top the stew with the sliced red chilli and reserved fennel fronds. Serve with crusty bread. Batter up! Get the lemon and sugar ready for Shrove Tuesday ...