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Fennel and Celeriac Soup with Orange Zest This velvety, gently aniseedy soup is given warmth and definition with a touch of orange zest. The rich-but-sharp crème fraîche added at the end balances it all out nicely. Tomato, Thyme and Goats Cheese Tart This is a very simple tart to make, using good-quality ready-made puff pastry. I’ve suggested various cheese and herb options below, but the basic principle is the same: crisp pastry, soft caramelised tomato, tangy cheese. Macaroni Peas Peas and pasta with bacon or ham is a classic combination. In this dish (inspired by a lovely Nigella Lawson risotto recipe), Parmesan gives the desired salty-savoury note. Some of the peas remain whole, to give a pleasing, pop-in-the-mouth texture; the rest are blitzed to form a creamy pea sauce. If you want to know more or try the recipes then read the review of River Cottage Veg Everyday. GraysOnline offers Australian Wine & wine auctions for all varieties