Combine the crushed peppercorns together in a small bowl. Smear the salmon all over with the mustard, then press the peppercorns into the tops of the fillets to form a thin coating. Season with salt. Place a frying pan over a medium-high heat until hot. Add the butter, and once it starts to foam lay […]
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Irish seaweed, explained
Want to eat more seaweed, but unsure where to start? Here are a few of the main types that grow in Irel and… Dillisk Also known as dulse, dillisk is a deep red seaweed found on the shores of the North Atlantic. It is necessary to wait for a low tide to collect this amazing […]
Test kitchen tips – how to cook better potatoes!
Pick the right potato Choosing the correct potato for your recipe ensures it will taste its best. Waxy varieties hold their shape when cooked, making them the best option for potato salad, seafood chowders and stews where you want them to hold their shape. Floury potatoes (think Roosters) become fluffy when cooked and don’t hold […]
How to build a perfect salad
Start with greens: Spinach, kale, shredded cabbage, watercress, rocket or your favourite type of lettuce, or go with a mixture. Remember, the darker the leaf, the better the health benefits. Add colour and crunch: The most interesting salads have a variety of textures, so prep your vegetables a few different ways: grate carrots, slice onions, […]
Mussels in Irish cream and cider
Wash the mussels in a colander to remove any dirt or grit. Pick through them and remove the stringy “beards” from the edges. Discard any that remain open when tapped on the counter. Place the butter in a large pot over a medium-high heat. Cook the shallots and garlic for one minute, then add the […]
Lemon macarons
Line two baking trays with non-stick parchment paper. Place the ground almonds and icing sugar into a food processor and blend for 15 seconds. Sieve the mixture into a large bowl. Separate the egg whites and discard the yolks. Pour the egg whites into a large, grease-free mixing bowl. Whisk until it forms soft peaks. […]
The perfect recipes to create a delicious afternoon tea at home!
We all need a little taste of luxury at the moment. Why not treat your loved ones — or yourself — to a decadent afternoon tea at home? Cinnamon sultana scone You can’t have afternoon tea without scones! Pile ’em high with freshly whipped cream and homemade berry jam. Banana nut scones with maple butter […]
Cacao nib crème caramels
Place the cream in a small pan and add the cacao nibs. Place over a medium heat until small bubbles begin to form around the sides, then remove from the heat. Set aside to cool to room temperature. Strain the cooled, infused cream through a sieve to remove the cacao nibs. These can still be […]
Bangers and French onion mash
Melt two tablespoons of the butter in a large casserole dish over a medium heat. Add the onions, thyme and a pinch of salt. Cover and cook for 20 minutes until the onions are soft and translucent, stirring occasionally. Turn the heat to low, remove the lid and continue to cook for one hour further […]
Fluffy buttermilk pancakes
Sift the flour, salt, bicarbonate of soda and sugar into a large bowl and make a well in the centre. Add the eggs and buttermilk and whisk until smooth. Add a more buttermilk if needed. Heat a heavy-based pan over a medium-high heat and add some butter. Add a ladleful of the batter and cook […]