Make it for afternoon tea or for a summer picnic

Make early in the day then warm before serving, for the best results

Try with homemade Rhubarb & ginger jam and clotted cream

Dip in buttermilk batter for a golden, seasoned crust and sweet, tender chicken

Serve with butter, jam, fresh fruit, clotted cream or a combination of your choice

Crisp iceberg lettuce and peppery watercress make a fresh springtime salad

Beat your potatoes so the result is super-smooth, flavored with parsley, dill and chives

A foolproof make-ahead spin on a crème caramel, using just five ingredients

Garnish with a sprinkling of mixed seeds and chives

Serve with our decadent apple and pecan topping

Combine eggs, chicken, bacon, lettuce, avocado and tomato to make this satisfying Cobb salad

Try buttermilk ice cream instead of vanilla. Garnish with crispy caramelized breadcrumbs

Try this tasty American-style tomato, avocado and corn salad alongside roast chicken or barbecued meat

Pile 'em high - these simple and scrumptious buttermilk pancakes are guaranteed to be a real crowd pleaser

Marinate in buttermilk for juicy meat and roast with lemon and thyme until crisp

Adjust the toppings throughout the year, using whatever fruits are in season

Known as biscuits in America. Perfect for scooping up chowder sauce

Get the taste of Ireland with this fresh, no-fuss soda bread

Soak chicken thighs and drumsticks in buttermilk, then coat in paprika and cayenne batter and fry

Choose boneless thighs to make the ultimate crispy fried chicken

Learn the secret of making perfect scones every time

This spicy, dense bread is an ideal accompaniment for soup or chowder

Enjoy our buttermilk corn pancakes with bacon and maple syrup for an American-style brunch