Seasonal September recipes

What will you do with your courgette glut? Make the most of them in a fruity chutney with ginger, apples, sultanas and shallots

A sheet of ready-rolled puff pastry makes for a simple speedy supper- we top ours with cream cheese, sage, nutmeg and squash

The flavours of the traditional biscuit are turned into a Swiss roll, with added nutmeg, cinnamon, banana in the sponge and a touch of fig jam

Got a glut? Use this season’s bounty to bake this gorgeous pud- we chose plums, figs, apples and blackberries

This open fruit tart looks and tastes fantastic for very little effort – frangipane flavours complement sugar plums

This baked cheesecake with citrus cream cheese topping is decorated with late summer fruit

Whether you're carving a Halloween pumpkin or have picked up a cheap squash, use the plentiful flesh and seeds in this soup

Combine fruity sundried tomatoes with tinned tomatoes to make this rich tomato soup with a homemade basil pesto – perfect for the depths of winter.

Puy lentils bulk out this low-calorie vegetarian bake with mozzarella cheese, tomato and basil sauce and roasted aubergines

Serve this hearty fruit sponge with a dollop of something creamy- it would also work with raspberries instead of plums

This vibrant vegetarian side dish is dressed with chilli, spring onion and balsamic vinegar, then sprinkled with crunchy pumpkin seeds

A delicious vegetarian side dish to spice up a main course- it works well with roast lamb or chicken

Available from August, this game bird is best served with a fresh, full-flavoured fruit sauce and a dash of whisky to boot

This homemade chutney is simple to make and is particularly good served with a hard cheese

Dainty sponge bites packed with fruit and topped with crunchy almonds and a light meringue whirl

Save time and money with this simple and tasty sauce, great with pasta, meat or fish

Use pear instead of apple in these individual versions of the classic pud with a crunchy pistachio topping

A classic teatime treat made using ingredients that are proud to be British

The classic plum crumble recipe is given a sweet twist to make it even more perfect

Use seasonal tomatoes in different colours, shapes and sizes and sprinkle basil to give this side salad a dazzling finish

This vibrant and versatile fruit sauce is perfect for serving with ice cream, pancakes or layered up in creamy desserts

Use up seasonal fruit and bake up a satisfying blackberry and apple pie. This classic dessert recipe is perfect for an autumnal family treat.

A much-loved favourite with a modern-day twist - and all the components can be prepared in advance

A comforting pudding using fresh late summer produce