Hasselback Potatoes

Not only do these potatoes look great they taste amazing!  These potatoes have crispy edges with middles as creamy as mashed potatoes.  A perfect side dish for any meal.   [AD]  To sharpen my knife for this recipe I used the Tormek T-1 Kitchen Knife Sharpener that I was kindly gifted.  It works brilliantly – my knives have never been as sharp. This is the first real knife sharpener for the home chef. Unlike a simpler sharpener, hand lapper or …

Mash Mac & Cheese

This is such a tasty version of macaroni cheese.  For this recipe I partnered with Albert Bartlett and used their Butter Gold potatoes to give the cheese sauce a velvety and deliciously buttery texture – comfort food at its best!  You will definitely want seconds! Butter Gold potatoes have a smooth oval shape, creamy skin and bright yellow flesh – and that golden character is reflected in the smooth, sweet taste that works so well in a range of recipes. …

Sausages, Mushrooms & Smoky Bacon topped with Parmesan Mash

This indulgent twist on a classic sausage casserole is pure comfort in a dish.  The sausages, smoky bacon lardons, and earthy chestnut mushrooms are simmered in a rich red wine and beef stock sauce, with a touch of redcurrant jelly for sweetness. Topped with creamy Parmesan mash and finished under the grill until golden and bubbling, it’s a hearty, flavour-packed bake that’s perfect for cosy nights in. Serve with seasonal vegetables for a complete family favourite meal.       …

Shredded Beef Stew Cottage Pie with Caramelised Vegetables

This Shredded Beef Stew Cottage Pie with Caramelised Vegetables is the ultimate cold-weather comfort dish. Slow-cooked beef is braised in Guinness with garlic, herbs and root veg until it falls apart, then folded with sweet caramelised onions and carrots for incredible depth and richness. Topped with buttery mashed potato and a layer of mature cheddar, it’s baked until golden, bubbling and irresistibly crisp. A hearty, flavour-packed cottage pie that’s perfect for cosy evenings or a satisfying family dinner.