Most non-Spaniards think that paella is Spain’s national dish. Whereas Spaniards themselves think of paella as a regional dish from Valencia on Spain’s east coast.
Recipes
Scotch Pies
Scotch pies have been around for hundreds of years. So long in fact that where and when they originated is unclear. As they can be held in one hand, it is probable that they were a working man’s food like the Cornish pasty was for the west country miners. Mutton […]
Bubble and Squeak
Monday night’s dinner would not be complete without all those leftover roasties from Sunday chopped up and mixed with mashed potato and green vegetables all fried together. Cabbage and Brussels sprouts are particularly good done this way.
Irish Bacon Mash and Cabbage
Bacon mash and cabbage has always been the meal of choice for “a taste of home” for people of Irish descent. This is the most popular meal on St Patrick’s day in Ireland.
Both of my wife’s parents are Irish so I have a lot of experience with bacon and cabbage.
Bacon and Onion Roly-Poly Pudding
Bacon and onion roly-poly pudding is a classic British family favourite from the 1960s.
Peri-Peri Mackerel with Peppers and Tomatoes
This peri-peri mackerel recipe uses Nando’s medium peri-peri sauce to spice up the mackerel with some chilli warmth and is really simple to make.
Perfect Roast Chicken with Sage and Onion Stuffing
A modern classic and affordable Sunday dinner, a perfect roast chicken with sage and onion stuffing. Add all the roasties, potatoes, parsnips, carrots, beetroot and green vegetables like tender stem broccoli or spring greens.
Triple Cooked Chunky Chips
The best chips you will ever taste are triple cooked.
Braised Leeks with Herbs de Provence
Easy braised leeks tossed with a little olive oil and a blend of herbs called Herbs de Provence.
Frizzled Leeks
Finely sliced leeks quickly deep fried for crispness and flavour. These frizzled leeks make the perfect topping for soups or as a garnish for lamb or beef.