Millerighe haggis pasta with pesto is a warming and comforting dish for miserable, January days. Instead of binning your Burns Night leftovers, have a go at this delicious recipe and…
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Roasted pumpkin stuffed with haggis
This roasted pumpkin stuffed with haggis, cheese and tatties and topped with garlic breadcrumbs is so delicious it shouldn’t just be saved as a Burns Night leftovers supper. Portion it…
Frozen game birds. What to do with them
Frozen game birds always seem to be wasting freezer space rather than making delicious suppers at this point in the season. Rather than groaning at another full bag destined to…
Best fruitcake recipe: WI centenary cake
Fruitcake is a sporting essential, and all the more so over the festive season. Whether you are tucking yours in a pocket for the peg, handing it out at the…
Winter chutney: great with leftovers
Winter chutney is the perfect match for a feast of cold meats. Save it to enjoy with your Christmas day leftovers and you won’t tire of cold turkey and ham…
Fried scallop canapés: a decadent Christmas treat
These fried scallop canapés with sloe gin, nutmeg and speck are so decadently rich they are perfect for Christmas day. They can be made in the morning and only need…
Crispy duck breast, walnut and prune salad
This crispy duck breast, walnut and prune salad with ginger dressing is a festive offering, but still light enough to enjoy as an easy lunch during December. Or, serve it…
Fig, chocolate and cognac cake
This fig, chocolate and cognac cake is perfect for the festive season. It keeps well up to four days and it is suitable for freezing, making it a great offering…
Damson jam: bitter sweet perfection
Damson jam is the best way to use up these tiny sour plums. Although too bitter to eat, they make great jam. With the British weather producing some of the…
Potted spiced meat: the perfect make-ahead starter
Potted spiced meat is a great starter to make ahead of time for Christmas day. Rather than missing the festivities slaving in the kitchen, entertain your guests and still enjoy…