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Serves 6

Old-fashioned English Custard Tart

This old-fashioned custard tart needs a thick, wobbly filling, so I've used a round tin with sloping sides and a rim, which gives a good depth. The nutmeg is very important to the flavour, so always use it freshly grated and grate it on to a piece of

Serves 6

A 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.

Makes 6

Chicken and Herb Picnic Pie

No one could fail to be delighted with these gorgeous little pies...in summer, they're perfect for picnics or for lunch, served with salads and chutneys.

Serves 6

Lemon Meringue Pie

This famous English classic needs a revival. It is supremely light, squashy and fragrant with lemons. Why did we ever forget about it?

Makes about 24

Eccles Cakes

These famous little English cakes are one of my mother's specialities, and this is her recipe.

Serves 6

Lemon Millefeuille

Light and lemony, this may look like a work of art but it's actually very easy to make. Prepare all the elements in advance then just assemble it before serving…adding summer berries alongside if you wish.

Serves 6-8

Torta di Mele

Apple tart to you and me: this Italian version of our good old apple pie is totally addictive, so if you fancy a change from the usual desserts, give it a go.

Serves 8

Alain’s Passion Fruit Brulee

My thanks to Alain Benech, our very French chef at the football club, whom I persuaded to part with his delicious recipe for you all to make. Whenever it goes on the menu, it’s very popular and always sells out.