Bramley’s are sold throughout the year, but are harvested in mid-October. They become sweeter with storage. Bramley’s contain a high level of pectin, so set easily and make excellent jellies ...

This is easy apple pie like mum used to make, with large pieces of Bramley apple enclosed in rich shortcrust pastry. Douse in cream and get stuck in. Preheat the oven to 200C/180C fan/Gas 6.