Homemade marmalade needn't be hard work - this simple method cooks lemons whole to start, saving time and effort
Author: Good Food team
This delicately cinnamon-spiced jam is a gorgeous way to preserve the taste of autumn fruits - delicious spread on hot buttered toast or teacakes
Author: Jane Hornby
A colourful accompaniment to cheese or meat, this infused pickle can also be jarred and given as a gift
Author: Sarah Cook
Make-ahead this rich plum chutney for special occasions or simply enjoy al fresco with your favourite cold cuts. Flavour with spices such as cumin, paprika and ginger.
Author: Mary Cadogan
Preserve sweet juicy fruit in this spiced chutney with cardamom, chilli and ginger - great with cheese, cold meat or curry
Author: Cassie Best
Like your piccalilli chunky? James Martin's version has whole baby onions, cauliflower pieces and tomatoes
Author: James Martin
This multi-purpose chutney can add zing to sandwiches or makes a great dip for poppadums
Author: Sara Buenfeld
Forget crinkle-cut versions, this light pickle is sweet and rich - perfect with cold meats, salads and punchy cheeses
Author: Barney Desmazery
A chunky and vibrant homemade pickle flavoured with yellow mustard seeds- keep as an accompaniment or present as a gift
Author: Good Food team
A delicious preserve made from storecupboard dried fruit- serve with hot buttered toast or present as a gift
Author: Good Food team
If you think there's no spread quite like peanut butter, try this version, sweetened with honey, as an energy-boosting snack
Author: Good Food team
What will you do with your courgette glut? Make the most of them in a fruity chutney with ginger, apples, sultanas and shallots
Author: James Martin
This gorgeous creamy tropical fruit curd is great to keep for afternoon tea or present in pretty jars as a gift
Author: Sarah Cook
Packed with fruit, this deep pink preserve should be spread thickly - or present it as a homemade gift
Author: James Martin
For a healthy snack nibble on this mix of sunflower, pumpkin and linseeds, or sprinkle on salads and soups
Author: Caroline Hire - Food writer
A hummus is a perfect starter for sharing. This one is spiked with gentle spices, guaranteed to rouse the senses
Author: Deena Kakaya
This makes two preserves in one, as pulp left over from making the jelly is used to make quince paste, also known as 'membrillo' in Spain
Author: Mary Cadogan
Try our very best easy guacamole recipe with just a handful of fresh ingredients. Get dipping your tortilla chips with our simple, creamy classic
Author: Juliet Sear
Eaten immediately, this pickle will have a punchy tang, perfect with strong cheeses, but by winter the flavours will mellow, ideal for sliced ham.
Author: Good Food team
Try Jane's British version of Spanish quince paste membrillo, made with plums instead of quinces. Serve with manchego or alongside your cheeseboard
Author: Jane Hornby
This chutney is low in sugar - and the chilli gives a nice and spicy kick. Try it with a big chunk of farmhouse cheddar
Author: Orlando Murrin
This delicately cinnamon-spiced jam is a gorgeous way to preserve the taste of autumn fruits - delicious spread on hot buttered toast or teacakes
Author: Jane Hornby
Homemade marmalade needn't be hard work - this simple method cooks lemons whole to start, saving time and effort
Author: Good Food team
Forget crinkle-cut versions, this light pickle is sweet and rich - perfect with cold meats, salads and punchy cheeses
Author: Barney Desmazery
Forget crinkle-cut versions, this light pickle is sweet and rich - perfect with cold meats, salads and punchy cheeses
Author: Barney Desmazery
Like your piccalilli chunky? James Martin's version has whole baby onions, cauliflower pieces and tomatoes
Author: James Martin
Packed with fruit, this deep pink preserve should be spread thickly - or present it as a homemade gift
Author: James Martin
Homemade marmalade needn't be hard work - this simple method cooks lemons whole to start, saving time and effort
Author: Good Food team
Eaten immediately, this pickle will have a punchy tang, perfect with strong cheeses, but by winter the flavours will mellow, ideal for sliced ham.
Author: Good Food team
This chutney is low in sugar - and the chilli gives a nice and spicy kick. Try it with a big chunk of farmhouse cheddar
Author: Orlando Murrin