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Asparag us is the perfect accompaniment to sa lmon… especia lly with hollandaise. Look for bright red strawberries; sma ller ones have more f lavour. in St ee p le av es fo r er bo il in g w at a – it te fr es h m in t n af te r io ai ds di ge st . di nn er Also in season Blueberries Mix with… eggs, milk, flour and baking powder to make light, fluffy US-style 11 pancakes. Blackcurrants Puree them… and serve in a trifle with sponge, custard and cream. Carrots Roast them… with honey and white wine vinegar, British carrots, including the heritage varieties, are at their best in June. Jersey Royal new potatoes D on ’t th ro w aw ay th os e fr on ds ca n us e th em – yo u to se r ve w it h f is h. T he g oose ta r ter g ree b n e a r ly s e r r ie s a r e t he ea la t e r o s o n v a r ie t y ; n p u r p le , s w e e t e r b e r r ie s come in. Boil them… and toss in a mustard, lemon, olive oil and parsley dressing. Lettuce Wilt it… and blend with peas, stock and mint for a special summer soup. Runner beans Add them to… A coconut curry sauce spiced up with chillies, ginger, coriander and cumin. Watercress: Serve in a salad… With peas, ham hock and a cider vinegar and mustard dressing. www.menu-dorset.co.uk