The blackberries I’ve let take over at the back of the garden have started to ripen. It’s fun working out all the different things to do with them, and because there is a small bounty every day, I’m trying all sorts.

I have gone for Blackberry Posset and an Apple & Blackberry pie with them, and of course, couldn’t overlook the humble crumble. Also included in that were redcurrants from the garden, an apple, and some leftover strawberries from the supermarket. A very good combo it turns out.

Also attempted apple and blackberry flapjacks, which were a bit too mushy but tasted great. And blackberry pancakes. Think I will try blackberry ice-cream with the next lot. Or perhaps just a blackberry and redcurrent pie. I’ll keep looking for ideas too and see what happens.

(c) K Wicks