A preserve can be sweet or savoury, provided it's, well, preserved. Jams, chutneys, pickles, vinegars, relishes – if something's been sat in a jar for a few weeks, there's a good chance it falls into the category.

This collection of preserve recipes shows you how easy it is to preserve all manner of ingredients at home. Jam is very easy to make and means you can enjoy the flavours of seasonal fruit long after they're gone – try this Apricot jam, Marmalade, No-cook strawberry jam or Peach jam to see what we mean. Not got much of a sweet tooth? Then look to pickles – these Pickled leeks or Pickled green beans are perfect. And if you want to try something really impressive, take a look at this Elderberry vinegar, make a batch of Soy-pickled quail eggs or prepare a jar of Beetroot sauerkraut for serious culinary brownie points.