Biscuits are a rare, versatile food that works any time of day — smothered in gravy or jelly for breakfast, used as bread for an afternoon sandwich, or whipped up as a starter for dinner.

The apples in this recipe add loads of pectin to set the blackberries in a fairly firm jam. Great with cheese and biscuits. Prepare a jelly bag or tea towel by boiling in water for 2-3 minutes.

Empire biscuits are tasty Scottish shortbread-style biscuits, filled with jam and topped with icing and cherries. They are great for a teatime treat with a mug of tea. Place the butter and caster ...