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Champ
Champ should be soft in consistency but not sloppy.
Once mastered, this recipe can be adapted for different results. Try replacing the milk with crème fraiche or quark (skimmed-milk soft cheese), or add some...
Mum's Roast Potatoes
This is my Mum’s recipe and they’ve never failed me.
There’s no doubt that the fat from the roast meat makes the best roast potatoes. Alternatively if you ever roast a goose or duck save every drop of the fat and...
Warm Baby New Potato Salad
This is a classic recipe that is essential at any barbecue or picnic at the Dundon household.
It’s also really good if you also stir in a couple of spoonfuls of my Dunbrody cucumber pickle (page 00) that has been drained of excess liquid. Try...
Crushed Carrots and Parsnips
The natural sweetness of the carrots and parsnips make this the perfect accompaniment for my Loin of bacon with an Irish Mist glaze (page 00). It is the kind of textured mash that you see in restaurants; so don’t be tempted to make it too smooth...
Braised Fennel
Fennel just seems to get forgotten about all too often. Its distinct flavour makes it the perfect accompaniment to chicken or fish, both of which have an affinity with aniseed. I also like putting these on the barbecue for that subtle smoky taste that only cooking over coals will give...
Roast Vegetable Salad
This roasted vegetable salad is fab on its own, or serve as part of a barbecue.
You could also try adding some Parmesan shavings, or chunks of feta or goat’s cheese for an extra dimension. It will keep happily in the fridge for three to four days...
Dunbrody Cucumber Pickle with Rocket
This cucumber pickle can be used in so many different ways. If it is stored in sterilized jars it will last for up to two months. I find it a useful staple to keep...
Honey Glazed Carrots
This is my version of Vichy-style carrots, which are traditionally cooked in water from the famous spa. When cooking, make sure you shake the pan occasionally to prevent the bottom catching and the glaze caramelizing...
Buttered Curly Kale
This is a very simple recipe and one of my favourite ways of preparing curly kale. If you want to ring in the changes, you could try substituting spinach or any other leafy green vegetable, such as Savoy cabbage for the curly kale...
Buttered Asparagus with Hollandaise Sauce
Hollandaise sauce should be lightly piquant and have a smooth pouring consistency. If it is too thick, add a little water or vinegar. It is a sauce which curdles easily. If this begins to happen, add an ice cube and whisk well; the sauce should come back together.
