This fritter recipe is an idea my foodie friend Ruth sent my way some time ago with the littlies in mind. The Girl gave them a bit of a nudge first time I made them but turned her fussy little nose up at them after a bite or two. Where my little darling (said through gritted teeth) is concerned I only have success getting courgette into her if I craftily hide it within the dish itself. Ruth’s kids loved them though, served with natural yoghurt, so they’re well worth a try for the little ones in your life. Plus you get to gobble up any rejects, which won’t be an issue where this recipe is concerned. It’s fast become one of my favourite midweek meals…convenient, quick and easy to make, delicious and nutritious. Tick, tick and tick!

I’ve had very little success with courgette fritters over the years. I always…