This plum tart will make an impressive finish to a dinner party. The fruit is preserved in jars ahead of being used to top a frangipane-filled pastry case. (This recipe makes enough pastry for two ...

In particular, preserving them allows me to savor their exceptional flavor throughout the year. Plum juice is a refreshing ...

Put the plums, lemon juice and 150ml/5fl oz water in a heavy-based saucepan or preserving pan. Bring to a simmer and cook gently for about 5 minutes until the plums are beginning to soften a little.