Category Archives: Meat main courses

Pasta with duck sauce

Posted on October 25, 2019 by Janet Davies @pigeoncottage

This rich Italian pasta sauce made with thinly sliced duck breast braised in passata, red wine and herbs is perfect for autumn suppers. Simple to make and full of flavour, it’s one of my favourite #TheFridayRecipe’s. Serves 2 3 tablespoons … Continue reading →

Posted in Meat main courses, Recipes | Tagged carrot, celery, chicken stock, duck breast, fresh bay leaves, Onion, pasta, red wine, rosemary, sage | Leave a comment

Braised venison sausages in red wine

Posted on October 18, 2019 by Janet Davies @pigeoncottage

My favourite butcher, Mr Hubbard, makes a fantastic variety of sausages but I couldn’t wait to cook these venison bad boys. Braised in the oven with shallots, mushrooms, herbs and a generous amount of red wine, the sausages are delicious … Continue reading →

Posted in Meat main courses, Recipes | Tagged bay leaves, button mushrooms, fresh thyme, juniper berries, red wine, redcurrant jelly, venison sausages | Leave a comment

Minced lamb curry with potatoes

Posted on October 11, 2019 by Janet Davies @pigeoncottage

Now the autumn chill is beginning to make its presence felt, I’m drawn to comfort food recipes again and this is a #TheFridayRecipe family favourite. Minced lamb and floury chunks of potato in a delicious sauce flavoured with cinnamon, fresh … Continue reading →