For these tips, we are upgrading fruit-packed jam. There are plenty ... Take that jam jar from your fridge, squeeze in some ...

Two easy jam-filled desserts satisfy the craving for bright, bold berries when they’re far from their peak.

Strawberry jam might be off the table ... then chop finely. Purée the fruit mixture, combine with the verbena, and pour into clean jars. Optionally, add a star anise to each jar for extra flavour.

Roughly crush the fruit in a large bowl ... Ladle the mixture into a jug, then pour into sterilised jam jars or small freezer-proof containers with lids. Be sure to leave about an inch of space ...

To speed things up, place a small saucer on the surface of the fruit with a weight on top – a sealed jam jar full of water works well. Measure the juice (it will be approximately 1 litre/1¾ pints).