Beetroot soup is not only a fabulous colour but delicious too. Try adding a glug of vodka for the classic Borscht experience. Preheat the oven to 190C/170 Fan/Gas 5. Place the halved tomatoes in ...

This lovely fusion of earthy sweet beetroot, zesty lemons and piquant capers, with warming hints of fennel, works well with smoked fish, cold poultry or grilled halloumi. It makes a great barbecue ...

If you’re making it vegetarian, you can easily swap in veggie suet. I’ve used whole beetroot to make the stock, so you can also use the leftovers as a garnish or toss them into a salad or curry.