Are you ready to cook up some seasonal delights with ingredients fresh from Tesco? With summer in full swing, it’s the perfect time to take advantage of the freshest produce. Strawberries, asparagus, cherries – the list goes on and on. Why not whip up a strawberry spinach salad or grill some asparagus with lemon and parmesan? Your taste buds will thank you.

Over the next few weeks, we’ll be highlighting the best of what’s in season and sharing recipes to help you make the most of it. From refreshing salads and light pasta dishes to show-stopping tarts and cakes, these step-by-step recipes will inspire you to cook with all the vibrant flavors of summer. And the best part? Nearly all the ingredients can be found right at your local Tesco. Ready to get started? First up, a cherry clafoutis – the classic French custard-like dessert – that’s easier to make than you might think and a surefire crowd-pleaser. Your kitchen is about to get very, very delicious!

Celebrate Springtime With Asparagus, Pea, and Mint Risotto

Asparagus and fresh peas are at their peak in spring, so take advantage of the seasonal bounty with this vibrant risotto.

Ingredients

• 1 pound asparagus, trimmed
• 1 cup fresh or frozen peas
• 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 1 1/2 cups Arborio rice
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add asparagus and blanch until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Transfer to an ice bath. Drain and pat dry; cut into 1-inch pieces.
2. In a saucepan, heat broth over medium-low. Keep warm.
3. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium. Add onion and rice; cook, stirring, until rice is toasted, about 3 minutes.
4. Add 1 cup broth to rice; simmer, stirring frequently, until absorbed. Repeat adding broth 1/2 cup at a time, stirring frequently, until rice is tender and creamy, about 20 minutes total.
5. Remove from heat; stir in asparagus, peas, mint, Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Let stand for 2 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve immediately, garnished with extra mint if desired.

This vibrant risotto celebrates the fresh flavors of spring. The balance of asparagus, peas, and mint makes a light and delicious side dish or main course. Enjoy!

Enjoy Summer Berry Pudding From Tesco Groceries

Summer is the perfect time to enjoy nature’s sweetest bounty of juicy berries! Tesco Groceries offers strawberries, raspberries, and blackberries at their peak. Why not whip up a showstopping berry pudding?

Ingredients:

• 1 pound fresh mixed berries (strawberries, raspberries, blackberries)
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
• 1 (12 ounces) package of pound cake, cut into cubes
• Custard or whipped cream for serving (optional)

Instructions:

1. Combine the berries, sugar, and water in a saucepan. Gently heat until the berries release their juices and the sugar dissolves about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the almond extract if using.
2. Place half the pound cake cubes in a 2-quart serving dish. Top with half the berry mixture. Repeat layers.
3. Let sit at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to blend and the cake to absorb some of the berry juices.
4. Top each serving with custard or whipped cream if desired. Enjoy your summer berry pudding! The refreshing, fruity flavors are sure to please.

A sweet treat bursting with the fresh taste of summer, this berry pudding is sure to delight. Let the vibrant colors and natural sweetness of peak season berries from Tesco shine through in a dessert that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Summer never tasted so good!

Warm Up With Tesco Pumpkin Soup This Autumn

As the autumn chill sets in, warm up with a bowl of creamy pumpkin soup. Tesco has everything you need to make this seasonal delight.

Ingredients:

• 1 medium pumpkin (about 2 lbs), seeded and cut into chunks
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 4 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
• 1/2 cup half-and-half or heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons pepitas (pumpkin seeds), toasted

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Toss the pumpkin with 1 tablespoon olive oil, spread on a baking sheet, and roast until tender, about 30 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, in a large pot heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the sage, nutmeg, and broth, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
4. Add the roasted pumpkin and half and half. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth and creamy. Alternatively, puree the soup in batches in a blender.
5. Return the soup to the pot and season with salt and pepper. Heat through if needed.
6. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with pepitas. Enjoy your cozy autumnal delight!

This velvety pumpkin soup is the perfect way to warm up on a chilly fall evening. Made with fresh ingredients from Tesco like pumpkin, sage, and broth, each spoonful evokes the flavors of the harvest season. Topped with crunchy pepitas, this delicious dish is sure to become an annual tradition.

Conclusion

So there you have it, a taste of seasonal cooking with fresh ingredients from Tesco. Summer is fleeting, so take advantage of the bounty while you can. Fire up the grill, invite some friends over, and whip up a few of these easy but impressive recipes. Before you know it, autumn will be here and you’ll be trading berries and stone fruit for apples and squash. But for now, savor the moments and the meals. Happy cooking and bon appetit! Life’s short, eat dessert first.