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Easy plum jam

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

Pickled red cabbage

A colourful accompaniment to cheese or meat, this infused pickle can also be jarred and given as a gift

Author: Sarah Cook

Lemon marmalade

Homemade marmalade needn't be hard work - this simple method cooks lemons whole to start, saving time and effort

Author: Good Food team

Spiced plum chutney

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

Mustard pickle

Like your piccalilli chunky? James Martin's version has whole baby onions, cauliflower pieces and tomatoes

Author: James Martin

Peach & chilli chutney

Preserve sweet juicy fruit in this spiced chutney with cardamom, chilli and ginger - great with cheese, cold meat or curry

Author: Cassie Best

Spiced sweet & sour pickled beetroot

Forget crinkle-cut versions, this light pickle is sweet and rich - perfect with cold meats, salads and punchy cheeses

Author: Barney Desmazery

Spicy plum & apple chutney

This multi-purpose chutney can add zing to sandwiches or makes a great dip for poppadums

Author: Sara Buenfeld

Dried apricot jam

A delicious preserve made from storecupboard dried fruit- serve with hot buttered toast or present as a gift

Author: Good Food team

Almond butter

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

Passion fruit curd

This gorgeous creamy tropical fruit curd is great to keep for afternoon tea or present in pretty jars as a gift

Author: Sarah Cook

Courgette & tomato chutney

A chunky and vibrant homemade pickle flavoured with yellow mustard seeds- keep as an accompaniment or present as a gift

Author: Good Food team

Spicy seed mix

For a healthy snack nibble on this mix of sunflower, pumpkin and linseeds, or sprinkle on salads and soups

Author: Caroline Hire - Food writer

Plum & raspberry jam

Packed with fruit, this deep pink preserve should be spread thickly - or present it as a homemade gift

Author: James Martin

Quince & rosewater jelly and quince paste

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

Marrow chutney

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

Red onion & Indian spiced hummus

A hummus is a perfect starter for sharing. This one is spiked with gentle spices, guaranteed to rouse the senses

Author: Deena Kakaya

Ultimate guacamole

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

Autumn piccalilli with pear

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

Plumbrillo

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

Plum & almond chutney

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

Easy plum jam

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

Lemon marmalade

Homemade marmalade needn't be hard work - this simple method cooks lemons whole to start, saving time and effort

Author: Good Food team

Spiced sweet & sour pickled beetroot

Forget crinkle-cut versions, this light pickle is sweet and rich - perfect with cold meats, salads and punchy cheeses

Author: Barney Desmazery

Spiced sweet & sour pickled beetroot

Forget crinkle-cut versions, this light pickle is sweet and rich - perfect with cold meats, salads and punchy cheeses

Author: Barney Desmazery

Mustard pickle

Like your piccalilli chunky? James Martin's version has whole baby onions, cauliflower pieces and tomatoes

Author: James Martin

Plum & raspberry jam

Packed with fruit, this deep pink preserve should be spread thickly - or present it as a homemade gift

Author: James Martin

Lemon marmalade

Homemade marmalade needn't be hard work - this simple method cooks lemons whole to start, saving time and effort

Author: Good Food team

Autumn piccalilli with pear

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

Plum & almond chutney

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