picnics

4 recipes to enjoy outside al fresco!

Enjoy longer, lighter days with four al fresco favourites, for an impressive garden party spread.

Carrot & dried fruit cupcakes

1 Hour 15 Mins

SERVES 12

A different twist on carrot cake, this recipe for carrot cupcakes makes 12 moist, sweet and delicious buns that are great for parties or picnics.

Welshcakes

50 Mins

SERVES 30

With a soft yet crumbly texture and fruity, subtly spiced flavour, Welshcakes are a true taste of tradition. This recipe dates from the mid-19th century, when coal miners in South Wales took them to work as a pocket sized treat – and they’re still popular in the region today.

New potato salad

15 Mins

SERVES 10

Transform your classic potato salad with this gorgeous recipe

Cherry Bakewell slices

1 Hour 30 Mins

SERVES 12

This classic recipe makes 12 sweet treats with the lovely bitterness of almonds. They’re perfect for a picnic.

Roasted tomato soup

1 Hour 30 Mins

SERVES 6

The roasted vine-ripened tomatoes help create a wonderfully intense flavour. Pop in a flask for a picnic!

Pumpkin Samosas

1 Hour 15 Mins

SERVES 12

This pumpkin samosas recipe makes 12 big, vegetarian samosas that are perfect for lunches or picnics.

Leek & Gruyere flan

1 Hour

SERVES 8

This tasty dish is delicious eaten hot or cold and is full of rich and creamy flavours.