Desserts

This simple yet striking almond cake is the perfect way to use up those plums you picked up at the farmer's market.

Nothing says summer like a fresh blueberry pie. But there's no need to get fancy—simply roll the crust larger than your pie plate (13-in. for a 9-in. plate) and fold the edges over the filling to get this rustic finish.

Want to get a bit fancy? Try a cut-out topping by pressing shapes into the dough before you lay it over the filling.

The crunchy topping adds awesome texture to this dessert and it comes together in a flash.

The all-shortening crust is supremely flaky but subdued in flavour, which lets the tart raspberry filling shine.