Ingredients for - Rhubarb & apple crumble

1. 450g rhubarb , cut into 3cm slices
2. 350g apples (Bramley or Granny Smith work well), peeled and cut into 3cm chunks
3. 1 vanilla pod , split open or 1 tsp vanilla paste or extract
4. 120g golden caster sugar
5. ice cream or custard, to serve
6. 200g plain flour
7. 1 tsp ground ginger (optional)
8. 100g cold salted butter , chopped
9. 70g light soft brown sugar

How to cook deliciously - Rhubarb & apple crumble

1 . Stage

Heat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Toss the rhubarb, apples, vanilla and sugar together in an ovenproof dish and roast for 10 mins.

2 . Stage

Mix the flour and ginger, if using, together in a large bowl. Rub in the butter with your fingertips to create a chunky breadcrumb textured mixture. Stir through the sugar. Sprinkle the crumble topping onto the fruit and cook for a further 30-35 mins or until the topping is lightly golden brown. Serve with ice cream or custard.