Infused oils are so easy to make and will jazz up any salad dressing in an instant. They are also perfect for drizzling on focaccia or even as a bread dip. We’ve used some Irish rapeseed oil in these recipes, but you can use any oil you like. The oils will take some time to […]
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Mushroom Scotch eggs
Place the eggs into a pan of cold water over a high heat. Bring to the boil, then simmer the eggs for five minutes. Remove from the pan and drop the eggs into a bowl of iced water to cool completely. Carefully peel off their shells. Melt the butter in a pan over a medium-high […]
Summer ratatouille
Heat one tablespoon of the oil in a large pot over a medium-low heat. Add the onions and cook for 5-6 minutes until soft. Add the garlic and cook for one minute longer. Remove from the heat. In a large pan, heat one tablespoon of olive oil and cook the courgette until slightly browned on […]
Indian-spiced chicken patties
In a bowl, combine the mince, soaked bread, onion, chillies, garam masala, dried egg, coriander, ginger and some seasoning. Mix until just combined. Divide into 16 equal parts and shape into round, flat cakes, dusting with a little flour if necessary. Heat one tablespoon of oil or ghee in a large pan and cook the […]
Strawberry crumble
Preheat the oven to 220˚C/200˚C fan/gas mark 7. Lightly grease a 16cm x 26cm shallow roasting tin with butter. Add the strawberries and half a tablespoon of the sugar and toss to coat. In a bowl, combine the flour with the remaining sugar. Use your fingertips to rub the cold butter the into flour mixture […]
Smoked mackerel and egg salad
Place the eggs in a saucepan of cold water over a high heat and bring to the boil. Once boiling, cook the eggs for eight minutes, then remove using a slotted spoon. Run the eggs under cold water, then transfer into a bowl of iced water to prevent them from cooking further. Place all of […]
“For foodie’s sake! These are some weird food names!”
After flicking through a few cookbooks, I’ve noticed there are some really odd names for dishes out there! This list of strange food names will prepare you the next time you’re out for dinner… Bubble and Squeak The foundation of a classic Bubble and Squeak is potatoes, shredded cabbage and other leftover veg. It is made […]
Chicken with shallots and cherry tomatoes
Pat the chicken thighs very dry with kitchen paper. Sprinkle them with the flour and some salt and pepper. Melt the butter in a large, heavy-bottomed pan over a medium-high heat. When the butter foams, cook the chicken thighs until well browned and crisp on all sides, in batches if necessary to avoid over-crowding the […]
Eating Ireland, every day
Deputy Editor of Easy Food Jocelyn Doyle shares her love of Irish food in this post, guaranteed to make you hungry. Food of all ethnicities excites and absorbs me. Give me rillettes or steak tartare from France, soft tacos from Mexico, a fiery Thai curry, Canadian poutine, Polish pierogi, a strong and sweet Vietnamese iced […]
The ultimate Gubbeen toastie
Cook the rashers in a large non-stick pan over a medium heat for 7-8 minutes until crisp. Remove and drain on a plate lined with kitchen paper. Wipe out the pan with a ball of kitchen paper. Spread two of the bread slices with onion chutney and top with smoked Gubbeen and sliced pear. Season […]