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Indulge in a slice of this tasty spiced toffee apple cake | © National Trust Images/William Shaw

Recipes

Choose from a mouth-watering selection of recipes to make and share at home. From tried and tested classic bakes to healthy dishes, find inspiration for your next meal.

Cakes, bakes and desserts

Bramley apple crumble scones 

A modern twist on two classic recipes – grab your apron and have a go at baking some Bramley Apple Crumble scones.

Apple and custard scone served with a cup of tea

Chocolate brownies 

Learn how to make these delicious gluten free chocolate brownies – a tasty treat for any time of the day.

Sliced chocolate brownies, some on a plate and some on a baking tray next to a hot drink

Lemon and blueberry mousse pots 

These refreshing mousse pots, combining tangy lemon curd mousse with a sweet blueberry compote, make for a light but indulgent fruity dessert.

Side view of the lemon and blueberry mousse pots

Apple and rhubarb crumble 

Give our recipe for a crowd-pleasing, crunchy-topped apple and rhubarb crumble a go.

Apple and rhubarb crumble with custard

Pies and savoury treats

Smoked mackerel fishcakes 

Make this exciting twist on a comforting classic – delicious crispy smoked mackerel fishcakes served with seasonal pickled vegetables and a smooth celeriac remoulade.

Smoked mackerel fishcake with celeriac remoulade and pickled vegetables

Beningbrough pork and apple sausage rolls 

The walled garden at Beningbrough supplies the apples for this savoury favourite. If you don't have Bramleys available for making at home, choose a tart dessert apple instead.

A tray of sausage rolls just cooked

Chicken, leek and tarragon pie 

This family favourite creamy chicken and leek pie, topped with fresh herbs and puff pastry, is the perfect choice to warm you up on chilly nights.

Chicken, leek and tarragon pie on a plate with a fork

Roasted beetroot, kale and brie quiche 

A tasty and filling seasonal quiche with a sweet potato base, packed full of vegetable goodness and delicious served hot or cold.

National Trust beetroot, kale and brie quiche, with sprigs of rosemary on the side

Soups, stews and curries

Courgette, pea and basil soup 

A vibrant green soup that's packed with heathy vegetables and fresh flavours, this recipe makes a great way to start a meal, or you can serve it as a light lunch on its own.

A white bowl of bright green courgette, pea and basil soup, with a drizzle of oil on top and basil leaves scattered around the bowl

Spiced carrot and orange soup 

This light and healthy soup dish is perfect for a simple lunch or a flavourful starter, packed with vegetables and spices for a tasty treat.

Two bowls of spiced carrot and orange soup

Vegetable tagine 

Keep warm with this hearty vegan tagine with a hint of chilli heat. A filling lunch or a satisfying dinner with crusty bread.

National Trust Vegetable Tagine

Partridge, spinach and pumpkin soup 

Have a go at creating our partridge, spinach and pumpkin soup. It's just the thing to warm you up after a long walk.

Pumpkin in the Walled Garden at Nostell Priory, West Yorkshire

Salads and light bite recipes

Red pepper and sundried tomato fritters 

This crispy, fresh fritter recipe is a great way to get some extra vegetables on the plate. Delicious when served either on their own or with a salad for lunch or dinner.

Red pepper and sundried tomato fritters: a pile of three fritters on a board with a fork alongside, with red pepper and spinach pieces showing through the crisp batter

Goat's cheese tabbouleh salad 

A modern twist on the classic mezze salad, packed with fresh mint, topped with sweet pomegranate and creamy goat’s cheese.

Goat's cheese tabbouleh recipe

Tandoori chicken, summer slaw and yoghurt dressing 

Jam-packed with flavour and delicate spiciness, follow the steps to make this tasty tandoori chicken recipe with a summer slaw and yoghurt dressing, ideal for spicing up family dinners.

Tandoori chicken, fresh from the oven

Scrambled eggs, tomato and spinach on sourdough 

This scrambled egg recipe with a twist is perfect for early risers or mid-morning brunch lovers. The fresh tomatoes and spinach elevate a classic breakfast dish.

Scrambled egg with tomato and spinach on sourdough toast, on a plate with a knife and fork

Vegetarian recipes

Autumn vegetarian cobbler 

A warming dish packed with seasonal vegetables, and finished with a cheesy scone topping. And it's easy to make it vegan too.

Triangular cheesy scones cover a white casserole dish full of cooked vegetables, on a blue background, with a yellow napkin alongside

Wild mushroom and thyme pâté 

Making your own vegetarian pâté at home is easy when you have this recipe at hand. The flavours are a perfect combination where garlic and thyme compliment the earthy notes of the wild mushrooms.

3 ramekins of wild mushroom and thyme pâté on a wooden serving board next to some slices of bread

Pea and mint Scotch eggs 

A vegetarian take on an old classic, these pea and mint Scotch eggs are a tasty lunch with a salad, or a handy snack on the go.

Pea and mint scotch eggs, cut in half on a plate

Coronation chickpea filling 

This creamy, lightly spiced and fruity chickpea filling is a great way to add some extra flavour to your next light of dinner. Pair it with flatbreads, load it into your baked potatoes or pop it in a sandwich for a vegan twist on the classic coronation filling.

A white bowl that's been filled up with the coronation chickpea filling

Vegan recipes

Pea and mint soup  

Cook this fresh and vibrant pea and mint soup, served with mint-infused oil. 

A bowl of pea and mint soup topped with mint-infused olive oil, with fresh peas in the background

Potato, red cabbage and roasted garlic salad 

Enjoy the colourful mixture of seasonal textures in this tasty salad, which provides an ideal accompaniment to your favourite dishes.

Potato, red cabbage and roasted garlic salad

Coronation cauliflower and couscous salad 

This satisfying salad combines spicy roasted cauliflower chunks with fluffy couscous, crunchy veg and flavourful fresh herbs, almonds and sultanas.

Coronation cauliflower and couscous salad, with golden spiced cauliflower chunks on couscous, scattered with mint leaves

Vegan date sponge 

Whether you're cutting down or going dairy-free, this vegan date sponge recipe served with a velvety caramel sauce is the perfect way to round off a meal.

Vegan date sponge on a plate with a just of sauce

Family-friendly recipes

Game lasagne 

Using seasonal game, this hearty recipe is perfect for warming you and your family up on an autumn or winter evening.

Game lasagne – a hearty recipe for chilly evenings

Pizza 

Make your own homemade pizza with this flexible recipe that's perfect for kids and adults alike. Whether you want a pizza for one or as a fun family activity, make this your go-to recipe.

Pizza with a face including olives for eyes, onion rings for glasses, a tomato slice for a nose, two basil leaves for a moustache and broccoli pieces for sideburns

Pumpkin, chard, feta and almond crumble 

This satisfying, pumpkin and feta crumble recipe works equally well as a hearty side or a standalone dish.

Pumpkin, Chard, Feta and Almond Crumble

Enchiladas 

This classic Mexican comfort food recipe remains a real crowd-pleaser. Load up with smoky chicken or meat-free alternative, crunchy peppers and a saucy cheesy topping for a satisfying, moreish treat.

Enchiladas fresh from the oven
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