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Siúcra x Catherine Fulvio’s Ham and Brie Breakfast Galette Recipe

Delicious Recipes to Use Up Your Christmas Leftovers

As much as we all love piling our leftovers into Christmas sandwiches of epic proportions, if you want to shake things up with your turkey and ham this year, look no further. From skillets to strudels to stews, getting another delicious meal (or several) out of your Christmas leftovers couldn’t be simpler with the below …

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Gingerbread Nativity Scene Recipe

Gingerbread Nativity Scene Recipe by Lilly Higgins

Winter solstice is 21 December, the shortest day and longest night of the year, when the sun is lowest in the sky. The Irish for winter solstice, an grianstad, literally translates as ‘the sun stop’. In secondary school we visited the Newgrange monument, the 5,200-year-old Neolithic passage tomb in the Boyne Valley, Co. Meath. It’s …

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Chocolate Yule Log Recipe

Chocolate Yule Log Recipe by Lilly Higgins

The Yule log was originally a pagan tradition. A large log would be specially selected, then lit in the fire on winter solstice night to symbolise the rebirth of the sun. It would be kept burning for 12 days. Burning the log would serve both spiritual and practical purposes, as it offered prosperity and warmth. …

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ginger-orange-christmas-pudding Catherine Fulvio

Ginger and Orange Christmas Pudding Recipe by Catherine Fulvio

In our house, when making the pudding, we keep the fantastic tradition of stirring – each family member has a go and makes a wish (usually about possible large Christmas gifts!) I’ve added ginger here for a tasty twist to this pudding – and also to add another level to the festive flavours. Makes a 900ml …

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Neven Maguire Chocolate Truffles Recipe with Coole Swan

Coole Swan & Orange Chocolate Truffle Recipe by Neven Maguire

The first secret to lovely chocolate truffle recipe has nothing to do with what goes on in the kitchen – for beautiful truffles you have to have good quality chocolate. Lindt green and black is excellent and you can pick it up in most good shops. You can add in different liquors to the make …

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Brussels Sprout Salad Recipe By Monika Coghlan of Pepperazzi

Brussels Sprout Salad Recipe By Monika Coghlan of Pepperazzi

BRUSSELS SPROUT SALAD WITH CRISPY PANCETTA, JUICY PEARS, CARAMELISED PECANS, PARMESAN SHAVINGS AND MAPLE & BALSAMIC DRESSING Serves 2-3 Ingredients 500g Brussels sprouts, washed, trimmed and halved6 smoked pancetta slices2 pears, washed, deseeded and slicedHandful of pecan nuts1tbsp brown sugar50g parmesan cheese, shaved4tbsp balsamic vinegar2tbsp maple syrup2tbsp olive oilSalt & pepper Method Cook the sprouts …

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Vodka Cured Atlantic Salmon Recipe By Chef Igor From The Gibson

Vodka Cured Atlantic Salmon Recipe By Chef Igor From The Gibson

Vodka cured atlantic salmon, avocado, ponzu sauce, pickled kohlrabi, radish, dill emulsion recipe. This is a stunning dish and it would create a big impact at a Christmas dinner party. Avocado purée rounds off the vodka cured salmon. Curing takes 36 hours but don’t be put off as hands-on preparation is quick. Ingredients Makes 6 …

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Honey Mustard and Treacle Glazed Ham Recipe By Chef Chad Byrne of The Brehon

Honey Mustard and Treacle Glazed Ham Recipe By Chef Chad Byrne of The Brehon

The finest Honey Mustard and Treacle glazed ham recipe. Always best to soak the ham the night before, just submerge in cold water ,will take the saltiness away! Make sure to discard water after soaking. We promise your family and friends will love this one at the festive dinner table. Ingredients: – 3½ -4kg/7lb 10oz-9lb …

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Salt-Rubbed Turkey Recipe with Sage and Orange by Neven Maguire

This salt-rubbed turkey recipe is quite a ‘cheffy’ recipe that takes a little more effort, but it keeps the breast of the bird really juicy while the leg meat literally falls off the bone. Ask your butcher to do all the work for you and make sure he chops the neck and backbone into pieces …

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Sausage Stuffing Roll Recipe with Dried Cranberries by Neven Maguire

Everyone has their favourite part of the Christmas meal, and for many it’s the stuffing. The practical shape of this clever stuffing roll recipe means it takes up very little space in the oven, as it can be slid in alongside a larger roasting tin. However, it can also be used to stuff the bird. …

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Chocolate Brownie Bars with Blueberry Chia Jam Recipe By Soulful and Healthy

Chocolate brownie bars with blueberry chia jam recipe. No need to feel deprived with these delicious yet healthy chocolate bars. Ingredients: Dry ingredients – 60 grams ground almonds – 100 grams oats flour – 70 grams pecans or walnuts – 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon – 1/2 tsp salt – 40 grams organic cocoa powder – …

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Brussel Sprouts with Pancetta and Chestnuts Recipe From Avoca

  Ingredients: Serves 8-10 1kg small, very fresh sprouts 100g diced pancetta 225g glazed cooked chestnuts ½ bunch chopped fresh parsley Salt and freshly-ground black pepper   Method: Cut each sprout in half or keep whole and score the bottom on the sprout to help the cooking process. Heat a large pan of salted water …

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Kathleen’s Christmas Pudding – Traditional Christmas Pudding Recipe by Pastry Chef Orna Larkin of the InterContinental Dublin

What is Christmas without the rich fruity goodness of a traditional pudding? This lovely recipe by the InterContinenal Dublin’s Pastry Chef, Orna Larkin will ensure you can impress with this festive classic. Named Kathleen’s Christmas Pudding in an ode to Orna’s much adored Grandmother we think it sounds every bit as delicious as it looks. …

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CShortbread Christmas Biscuit Recipe By Imelda Rose

Shortbread Christmas Biscuit Recipe By Imelda Rose

At Christmas a shortbread recipe is a must! Always so very popular with friends and family. Nothing like a home baked shortbread biscuit with a hot cup of brew by the fire, while opening presents around the Christmas tree. Ingredients: – 226g real butter (from the fridge) – 85g caster sugar – 85g corn flour …

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Festive Blinis Recipe By Chef Jeeny Maltese

Festive Blinis Recipe By Chef Jeeny Maltese

A Delicious Festive Blinis Recipe. I have added a new element to the classic blinis, and that it is potatoes! I love these fluffy clouds of potato, perfectly soft and a great vehicle to any flavour combination. An excellent recipe for entertaining friends and loved ones on the festive season. Ingredients: (Approx. 3 dozen small …

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