Autumn
The months between summer and Christmas yield some fantastic ingredients such as root veg, mushrooms, figs and game. Delia's recipes make the most of autumnal highlights.
Serves 1A Souffle Omelette with Three Cheeses and Chives
Supper in five minutes? This speedy vegetarian soufflé omelette is so easy and is particularly appealing to those who are wary of making a standard soufflé in the oven.
Serves 6A Very Chocolatey Mousse
So easy and loved by everyone who eats it: isn't it time to revisit this classic French dessert?
Serves 8A Classic Sponge Cake (with Passion-fruit Filling)
This sponge cake could also be made in a 7 inch (18 cm) tin (just use two eggs and 4 oz/110 g each of flour, sugar and butter). It can then be filled with jam and cream. And while the soft fruits of summer, when they're available, are perfect for fil
Serves 6A Very Easy One-crust Gooseberry Pie
This American idea for making a pie is blissfully easy – no baking tins and no lids to be cut, fitted and fluted. It looks very attractive because you can see the fruit inside and, because there is less pastry, it's a little easier on the waistline.
Serves 4A Confit of Redcurrants, Orange and Mint
Perfect with lamb, this easy confit is a superb way to use up any gluts of redcurrants that may assail you during the summer!
Serves 6A Compote of Figs in Marsala Wine with Mascarpone Mousse
Elegant and autumnal, this dessert would go down well at the end of a special meal and is simplicity itself to make. Of course, you can use the mascarpone mousse in other recipes too - a great addition to your repertoire!
Serves 10-12A Return to the Black Forest
A 1960s' revival here which looks impressive but is actually very easy to make - Delia has a foolproof way of rolling the flour-free roulade and the chocolate curls are child's play.
Serves 6-8A Terrine of Summer Fruits
Juicy, jewel-like summer berries encased in a raspberry jelly – what could be more refreshing on a summer’s day when entertaining? Make it in advance and serve it with cream or, for a truly low-fat option, as it is.
Serves 6A Mixed Grill with Apricot Barbecue Glaze
Use whatever meats you like, and chicken: the most important element is this lovely tangy, fruity glaze that lifts a barbecue into another realm…
Serves 2A Fricassee of Eggs with Spinach and Fiorentina Sauce
Good-quality fresh sauces are a boon for the busy cook. In this lovely vegetarian recipe Delia combines a spinach and cheese sauce with freshly cooked eggs and leafy spinach for a meat-free treat.
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