Best of British recipes

This easy recipe for homemade vanilla custard is the perfect finishing touch: pour it over...

Cream of chicken soup is one of those dishes many of us remember coming in...

This easy recipe for beer-battered fish and chips serves two people, so it’s ideal for...

This quick and easy vegetarian toad in the hole uses heritage carrots instead of bangers...

We challenge you to find a fish pie with a finer crust than this. The...

Getting the signature chequerboard effect of the classic Battenberg cake requires a little know-how and a...

These light and fluffy drop scones are flavoured with rhubarb and orange juice, then topped...

The British version of the prawn cocktail has been in and out of fashion ever...

The recipe for these hot cross buns comes from high-end bakery chain Gail’s – each...

”If you’re a fan of liver and bacon, you’ll love this take on the classic...

Debbie Major has scoured the British recipe archives in search of traditional recipes that are...

Make our easy recipe for classic freshly-baked scones next time you want to treat yourself...

This easy toad in the hole recipe is perfect for feeding all of the family...

This Sussex pond pudding is made with a crusty steamed suet pastry which encases a...

A favourite with families, this traditional Lancashire hotpot recipe is inexpensive to make yet makes...

You can’t beat a proper, old-fashioned flapjack – made using chunky oats and golden syrup...

This quick and easy Pimm’s cocktail serves one but it’s easy to make a jug...

Nathan Outlaw’s easy smoked fish pie recipe works a treat. If you find smoked mussels...

A quick and easy cocktail recipe – try our springtime gin and tonic, made with...

The best thing about porridge for breakfast is adding all your favourite toppings. We’ve combined...