I really can't wait for asparagus season to start. More than most years, I've had enough of the regular winter produce and am yearning for something new.

 

Asparagus would be divine. However, I'd also settle for broad beans, globe artichokes, sugar snap peas, the first apricots of the year - any sign that spring is on its way.

As much as I'm on the lookout for different produce, I also find I'm restless in the kitchen. Having spent the winter cooking and loving soups, I now find I want something new. I'm attracted to brighter, crisper flavours. Over the last week I've been thinking about a Tomato and Goat Cheese Tart and this amazing looking Spring Salad. Baked Avocadoes with Fresh Basil and then buying extra basil to make my first pesto of the season. Jamie's Moroccan Broad Bean Salad with the lovely toasty breadcrumbs and Nigel's gentle Broad Bean and Lettuce Soup.

Perfect Spring meals which I can't wait to cook.