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Date night dinner: Three simple and great-tasting dishes perfect for a romantic meal

Date night dinner: Three simple and great-tasting dishes perfect for a romantic meal

Take my advice: cook this lovely meal at home and have a romantic night in this Valentine's Day

Sat Feb 11 2023 - 06:00
Grilled leeks, cheese custard, pangrattato

Grilled leeks, cheese custard, pangrattato

The cheese custard is a umami rich dish that can also be presented as a starter or vegetarian main course

Sat Feb 11 2023 - 04:02
Iberico pork, green olive tapenade, aligot and anchovy fried greens

Iberico pork, green olive tapenade, aligot and anchovy fried greens

Main course: The Iberico pork is best served pink in the middle

Sat Feb 11 2023 - 04:01
Macerated cherries, cardamom custard, honeycomb

Macerated cherries, cardamom custard, honeycomb

Cherries can be swapped out for any fruit or berry in this delicious dessert

Sat Feb 11 2023 - 04:00
Elevate the humble sandwich with homemade bread and condiments

Elevate the humble sandwich with homemade bread and condiments

Gráinne O’Keefe: No-knead baguettes, homemade brown sauce, pickled red cabbage, onion marmalade, pepper sauce, all made from scratch

Sat Feb 04 2023 - 06:00
Slow cooked corned beef and brown sauce sandwich

Slow cooked corned beef and brown sauce sandwich

You’ll be making the brown sauce yourself, and it’s very good

Sat Feb 04 2023 - 05:00
Muffaletta

Muffaletta

A meat and cheese feast with Irish ingredients

Sat Feb 04 2023 - 05:00
Chicken fillet roll with creamy pepper sauce

Chicken fillet roll with creamy pepper sauce

These no-knead baguettes are simple to make at home

Sat Feb 04 2023 - 05:00
Soup: The comfort dish for all occasions

Soup: The comfort dish for all occasions

Gráinne O’Keefe: The comforting bowls of soup still feels like something Irish culture will never fully embrace

Sat Jan 28 2023 - 05:15
Slow cooker chicken noodle soup

Slow cooker chicken noodle soup

A recipe ideal for sick days

Sat Jan 28 2023 - 04:02
Mushroom, miso and tarragon cream soup

Mushroom, miso and tarragon cream soup

Perfect to help use up that lingering miso paste in the cupboard

Sat Jan 28 2023 - 04:01
Lasagne soup with burrata and garlic bread

Lasagne soup with burrata and garlic bread

It’s not really a soup is it?

Sat Jan 28 2023 - 04:00
Kitchen clear-out: save money and eat well with these easy-to-make meals

Kitchen clear-out: save money and eat well with these easy-to-make meals

These recipes are all incredibly simple and very versatile, and can be adapted to use almot any ingredients

Sat Jan 14 2023 - 05:00
Broccoli with Caesar dressing

Broccoli with Caesar dressing

This can be adapted to incorporate ingredients you want to use up

Sat Jan 14 2023 - 04:00
Stuffed peppers baked in tomato and basil sauce

Stuffed peppers baked in tomato and basil sauce

The peppers can be stuffed using any leftover ingredients in your fridge, or simply with rice

Sat Jan 14 2023 - 04:00
Lentil and sweet potato citrus dahl

Lentil and sweet potato citrus dahl

One of those dishes that can use up your leftover veggies and other pantry items

Sat Jan 14 2023 - 04:00
Three simple, inexpensive but very satisfying meals to fill you up

Three simple, inexpensive but very satisfying meals to fill you up

Gráinne O’Keefe: Calorie tracking can be seen as excessive, but it can encourage you to make more nutritionally informed decisions

Sat Jan 07 2023 - 05:00
Chicken thigh fried rice

Chicken thigh fried rice

Cook in the oven at 180 degrees for 25-30 minutes — until the juices run clear

Sat Jan 07 2023 - 04:00
Caramelised red onion, peperonata and ricotta wrap

Caramelised red onion, peperonata and ricotta wrap

Lay out the wraps and spoon the peperonata into the middle, topping with ricotta and the capers

Sat Jan 07 2023 - 04:00
Smoked bacon and potato hash

Smoked bacon and potato hash

In a separate pan, add the bacon fat and heat to medium

Sat Jan 07 2023 - 04:00
Three recipes to put your leftover turkey and ham to good use

Three recipes to put your leftover turkey and ham to good use

Gráinne O’Keefe: The trick to using pre-cooked meats for meals is to include lots of sauce in the recipe

Mon Dec 26 2022 - 05:00
Turkey cheeseburgers

Turkey cheeseburgers

Make a small hole in each burger and stuff a quarter of the grated cheese inside

Sat Dec 24 2022 - 04:00
Ham and brie croquettes, mustard aioli

Ham and brie croquettes, mustard aioli

Stir in the ham, brie, lemon juice, mustard and cream, and season with salt and pepper

Sat Dec 24 2022 - 04:00
Turkey, ham and stuffing pie with Hegarty’s cheddar mash

Turkey, ham and stuffing pie with Hegarty’s cheddar mash

Add the stock and cream and simmer for five minutes, until thick

Sat Dec 24 2022 - 04:00
Gráinne O’Keefe: Three simple and tasty sharing dishes that don’t include turkey or ham

Gráinne O’Keefe: Three simple and tasty sharing dishes that don’t include turkey or ham

My recipes this week are crowd pleasers with options for beef lovers, vegetarians and vegans

Sat Dec 17 2022 - 06:00
Baked Cooleeney, port, garlic and blackberries

Baked Cooleeney, port, garlic and blackberries

Cheese is always a winner and this recipe is a crowd pleaser

Sat Dec 17 2022 - 04:00
Vegan lasagne

Vegan lasagne

Simple and tasty - it’s always good to have a vegan lasagne option up your sleeve

Sat Dec 17 2022 - 04:00
Birria beef tacos, morita chilli dip

Birria beef tacos, morita chilli dip

These tacos have an exceptional depth of flavour, and will be the stand out dish of any friends gathering

Sat Dec 17 2022 - 04:00
Christmas on plate, without any fuss, and on a budget

Christmas on plate, without any fuss, and on a budget

Gráinne O’Keefe: Everything you need for an easy, inexpensive Christmas lunch or dinner

Sat Dec 10 2022 - 06:05
Beetroot cured trout with bread and butter pickles

Beetroot cured trout with bread and butter pickles

Trout makes a perfect starter, or even a luxurious breakfast or brunch, and can be prepped two days in advance

Sat Dec 10 2022 - 04:00
Stuffed turkey leg, honey roasted ham, gravy, miso roasted potatoes and fried sprouts with bacon and garlic

Stuffed turkey leg, honey roasted ham, gravy, miso roasted potatoes and fried sprouts with bacon and garlic

All the dishes you need for an easy but delicious Christmas dinner or lunch

Sat Dec 10 2022 - 04:00
Christmas spiced sticky toffee pudding with Calvados toffee sauce

Christmas spiced sticky toffee pudding with Calvados toffee sauce

The perfect desert for serving after dinner on Christmas day

Sat Dec 10 2022 - 04:00
Crab vol-au-vents with creme fraiche and herbs

Crab vol-au-vents with creme fraiche and herbs

Quick, easy to assemble snack to serve with drinks, or as a starter

Sat Dec 03 2022 - 13:41
Three simple and tasty party foods

Three simple and tasty party foods

Save time during the busiest time of the year with these delicious recipes that can double up as starters

Sat Dec 03 2022 - 06:00
Goats cheese, caramelised onion and red pepper quiche

Goats cheese, caramelised onion and red pepper quiche

A tasty vegetarian quiche for sharing, or you could make individual ones

Sat Dec 03 2022 - 04:00
Crispy duck leg spring rolls, tomatillo salsa

Crispy duck leg spring rolls, tomatillo salsa

Crunchy, savoury bites to enjoy with drinks or start a celebratory meal with

Sat Dec 03 2022 - 04:00
Gráinne O’Keefe: Simple fish recipes that won’t leave you floundering

Gráinne O’Keefe: Simple fish recipes that won’t leave you floundering

Fish doesn’t have to be just breaded or battered. Here are three differen ways to create a tasty fish dinner

Sat Nov 26 2022 - 06:00
Cod en papillote, lemon and herb butter

Cod en papillote, lemon and herb butter

If you prefer to cook fish fillets, this is a quick and easy dinner, and no pan to wash up

Sat Nov 26 2022 - 04:00
Smoked haddock fishcakes, sauce gribiche

Smoked haddock fishcakes, sauce gribiche

Recipe: Delicious, crispy fishcakes with a zingy egg-based sauce

Sat Nov 26 2022 - 04:00
Pan fried sole, bacon, caper and lemon butter

Pan fried sole, bacon, caper and lemon butter

Don’t be afraid to tackle cooking a whole fish, it’s not difficult

Sat Nov 26 2022 - 04:00
Gráinne O’Keefe: Three beefy winter warmers for the slow cooker or pot

Gráinne O’Keefe: Three beefy winter warmers for the slow cooker or pot

Gráinne O’Keefe: All of these recipes can be done in a slow cooker as well as in a pan

Sat Nov 19 2022 - 06:00
Beef stew, kale and cheddar dumplings

Beef stew, kale and cheddar dumplings

Gráinne O’Keefe: A deep rich wholesome winter meal

Sat Nov 19 2022 - 04:00
Beef and spinach curry, garlic and cheese flatbread

Beef and spinach curry, garlic and cheese flatbread

November for me is the perfect time to move between bright autumnal dishes

Sat Nov 19 2022 - 04:00
Slow braised beef and stout pies

Slow braised beef and stout pies

Tender beef filling in crisp, buttery pastry

Sat Nov 19 2022 - 03:57
Gráinne O’Keefe: Three pasta dishes made even better with Irish cheese

Gráinne O’Keefe: Three pasta dishes made even better with Irish cheese

Comfort cooking: Italian cooking is renowned for its pasta dishes, and for good reason

Sat Nov 12 2022 - 06:00
Celeriac cannelloni, Gubbeen cheese, wild mushrooms and crispy onions

Celeriac cannelloni, Gubbeen cheese, wild mushrooms and crispy onions

Finely sliced sheets of celeriac stand in for pasta in this tasty take on a classic

Sat Nov 12 2022 - 04:00
Cais na Tire cacio e pepe with roasted garlic bread

Cais na Tire cacio e pepe with roasted garlic bread

An Irish cheese that’s perfect with an Italian classic

Sat Nov 12 2022 - 04:00
Spinach agnolotti, Cashel Blue cheese, roast onion broth and cheese crisp

Spinach agnolotti, Cashel Blue cheese, roast onion broth and cheese crisp

Pasta parcels stuffed with creamy cheese and topped with a savoury broth

Sat Nov 12 2022 - 04:00
Autumn comfort food: Three perfect pumpkin recipes, by Gráinne O’Keefe

Autumn comfort food: Three perfect pumpkin recipes, by Gráinne O’Keefe

Gráinne O’Keefe: Just make sure not to use the candle filled pumpkin from your windowsill

Sat Nov 05 2022 - 06:00
Vegan pumpkin risotto, crispy sage, pickled pumpkin, and gremolata

Vegan pumpkin risotto, crispy sage, pickled pumpkin, and gremolata

A seasonal hug in a bowl with some tasty additions to make it extra special

Sat Nov 05 2022 - 04:00
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