Heat the oil in a large pan over a medium heat and cook the onion for 6-8 minutes until soft and golden. Add the sugar and some salt and black pepper. Turn the heat to high and add the mushrooms. Cook for 5-6 minutes until the mushrooms are golden brown. Stir in the garlic and […]
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December week 5 meal plan
The excitement for Christmas Day is at an all-time high right now, and the last thing you’re thinking about is what you’re going to eat for dinner next week. To help you out, we’re sharing some tasty, fuss-free dinners and recipes which make the most of Christmas Day leftovers. MONDAY: The ultimate leftover Christmas sambo […]
Mushroom, parsnip and kale Wellington
Place all the ingredients for the bean purée in a blender and whizz until smooth. Set aside. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 200˚C/180˚C fan/gas mark 6. Blanch the parsnips in boiling water for four minutes. Drain well, then place in a roasting tin. Drizzle with the olive oil and season with sea salt and pepper, […]
Salmon en croute
Place one sheet of puff pastry on a floured work surface. Top with one side of salmon, flesh side-up. Season with salt and pepper and scatter over the lemon zest and parsley. Spread the spinach on top. Brush the pastry around the salmon with the beaten egg yolk. Take the second sheet of puff pastry […]
Veggie tart
Preheat the oven to 220°C/200°C fan/gas mark 7. Line a baking tray with non-stick parchment paper. Unroll the pastry onto the lined baking tray. Score a 2cm border around the edge, prick the centre all over with a fork. Brush the edges with beaten egg and bake for 15 minutes until risen and golden. Remove […]
INTERVIEW: In the kitchen with chef Jess Murphy
Over the years, New Zealand native and renowned chef Jess Murphy has made quite a name for herself on the Irish food scene thanks to her hugely popular Galway restaurant, Kai, her philanthropic endeavours, supporting the UN Refugee Agency, as well as winning many culinary accolades, including, most recently, the Cookery Writing Award. Recently, we […]
November week 3 meal plan
If you’re trying to cut down your weekly grocery bill in the lead-up to Christmas, then make sure to check out these budget-friendly recipes that are both easy to put together, and super quick to prepare. MONDAY: Cauliflower Bolognese To help introduce more meat-free meals into your diet, why not try this beautiful Bolognese? It […]
Fish pies with leek and chorizo
Preheat the oven to 200˚C/180˚C fan/gas mark 6. Heat the oil in a large frying pan over a medium-high heat and dry the leek for five minutes until soft. Add the chorizo and fry for a further five minutes. Add the butter and allow it to melt. Whisk in the flour and cook for five […]
Coconut and sweet potato scones
1. Preheat the oven to 190 ̊C/170 ̊C fan/gas mark 5. Line a baking tray with non-stick parchment paper. 2. Wash your hands and gather all of your ingredients together. 3. Scrap out the insides of the sweet potato and pop the skins into the compost bin. 4. Mash up the sweet potato with a […]
Spinach Quiche
Rub the flour, salt and butter together in a large bowl until crumbly. Stir in a bit of water to bind the pastry. Shape into a disc, wrap in cling film and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 190 ̊C/170 ̊C fan/gas mark 5 and lightly coat a 23cm quiche dish […]