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Onions, shallots and garlic are all Alliums and prone to bolting, especially when the weather's cold and wet when it should be warm and sunny! Here's what to do...

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A light soup which is ideally served as a starter or accompanied by fresh bread for lunch. As a flavour boost, use the cooking juices from a roast chicken, though a good quality stock cube is an acceptable alternative.

Swathed in spinach, mushrooms and cream sauce, this dish is perfect for year round dining - warming yet fresh and light.

Make this cream-free but creamy soup, it's bound to be a hit with all ages!

When tomatoes are plentiful, home made tomato sauce is just the ticket. After processing in the food processor, I usually portion, add additional flavourings, such as chilli, smoked paprika, basil or mushrooms then freeze.

Swathed in freshly grated parmesan cheese this versatile vegetarian dish may be served as a starter or accompaniment: experiment with garlic, chilli and herbs to create your unique flavour.

Traditionally prepared throughout autumn, I defy anyone to resist this creamy flavour packed risotto.

A fresh peppery flavour makes Watercress Soup ideal to serve as an elegant starter or together with fresh Walnut Bread Rolls for a warming lunch or supper.

The beauty of smoked fish is that a little can go a long way and fish cakes are equally at home as a cosy meal or accompanied by salad leaves as an elegant starter.