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The best Seasonal Irish Food to eat in March

Now that it’s March our our lovely green island is beginning to wake up. More local produce is beginning to appear in our Farmer’s markets and on shop shelves. Mostly root vegetables but also some lovely early wild garlic, dandelions … Continue reading

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The Homemade Year is out!

I’m so thrilled that my 3rd book, The Homemade Year, is finally in all good bookshops! Its 300 pages jam packed with creative inspiration to guide you joyfully through the year with over 70 projects. You won’t find a pipe … Continue reading

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Pink Lady® Apple Hand Pies

I’ve made countless apple tarts over the years. It’s a firm family favourite and always disappears as soon as it’s out of the oven. I usually don’t like to mess with fillings too much. A handful of blackberries is as … Continue reading

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Reuse Recycle Month Demonstration Notes

In October I was delighted to part in Cork County Council Reuse Month. As part of this I hosted a kitchen workshop in County Hall. There were hand outs on the night but in the spirit of the event there … Continue reading

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Pumpkin Tabbouleh Salad with Knorr

This is my second pumpkin based creation that I’ve devised with Knorr to combat food waste. I love a warm winter salad and this recipe is a really modern way to enjoy roast pumpkin. Use any small pumpkin or squash. … Continue reading

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Cheddar Apple Tart

When I was about 8 years old, my three older siblings would go to music lessons on a Thursday night and my three younger siblings would go to bed. It was the perfect opportunity for myself and my mother to … Continue reading

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Pumpkin Rotolo with Knorr

Knorr want to champion better ways to cook and eat for a more sustainable food future. Recent research commissioned by Knorr has found that three quarters (76%) of Irish people buy Halloween pumpkins, yet almost one third (28%) of these … Continue reading

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Rhubarb Bread & Butter Pudding

This delicious dish is so many nostalgic treats layered into one amazing dessert. There’s something so comforting about bread and butter pudding, it’s pure nursery food. Serve this with thick vanilla flecked custard or cold whipped cream. The perfect dish to welcome … Continue reading

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#FlexYourMussels with Bord Bia’s Mussel & Bacon Paella

This is my second recipe (#ad) for the Bord Bia #FlexYourMussels campaign and it’s a real favorite of mine. I always order mussels when I’m at a restaurant and am delighted to be rediscovering them over the length of this … Continue reading

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Spicy Mussels with Tomatoes and Chickpeas, time to #FlexYourMussels with Bord Bia!

I’m delighted to be working with Bord Bia again this year for their #FlexYourMussels campaign that gets underway today, Monday 4th June! I’ve always been a big fan of mussels, they’re the ultimate nutritious fast food being easy to prepare, … Continue reading

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