Picking produce at its prime ensures every mouthful is worthwhile. In this second excerpt from her new cookbook, our columnist shares ideas for vibrant autumnal platefuls ...

Cool nights have a way of making people want a good meal that feels like home. With 35 autumn recipes on hand, there’s no shortage of ideas to keep everyone gathered around the table a little longer.

Autumn is the season for turning inward – for slow afternoons, low light and recipes that fill the house with warmth. It’s when squashes, roots and brassicas take centre stage, begging to be roasted, ...