There is NOTHING that makes Christmas dinner better than covering the whole lot in a rich gravy, is there?! For this one, you make a simple stock (ideally in a slow cooker so you can just forget about it), and then on Christmas day, a few simple steps turn it into a yummy gravy. If…
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Truffle Mushroom Tarts
Looking for an indulgent, easy vegetarian starter? Look no further! These truffle mushroom puff pastry tarts are super easy and have bags of flavour! Plus, you can prep them in advance and pop them in the fridge until it’s time to bake them. You can serve them on their own, or do as I’ve done…
Pan Fried Scallops with Cauliflower Puree and Pancetta
This is the kind of starter that, if I saw it on a restaurant menu, I would order immediately. I LOVE scallops, they are just so indulgent and actually, the shellfish that first got me eating seafood of any kind. They just have such a lovely flavour, and I got these beauties from The Ethical…
Homemade Pork, Sage and Chestnut Stuffing
I’ll be honest, most years, I tend to just buy stuffing, but this year, with some beautiful sausages from Donald Butchers at my disposal, I figured I’d give it a go myself, and what a difference it made. I have to be honest, I don’t think making your own is essential, and if you don’t…
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