Crepes, or thin pancakes if you prefer, make a base for many toppings and fillings. Celia Hay starts with a simple treatment of lemon and sugar. Crepes are quick to make and easy to prepare.

Crepes are the epitome of simple elegance in the culinary world, bringing a touch of European charm to your kitchen. L ...

Mix the custard with the cream. To assemble – take a crepe spoon some peaches in the middle and dollop of lemon cream. Fold into a parcel and dust with icing sugar.

For the sauce, heat a frying pan until hot, add the butter, orange zest and juice, lemon zest and juice and the caster sugar. Cook for a few minutes until just thickened and bubbling, then remove ...