A variation on this crab apple jelly recipe is herb crab apple jelly – simply exchange the cloves for 50–100g/1¾–3½oz mint, sage, rosemary, thyme, basil or lavender sprigs, leaves or stems ...

Preheat the oven to 200°C. Brush a medium / large gratin dish with melted butter and place the vegetables into the dish, add in the seasonings and oil, mix well. Season with salt and freshly ground ...