Category Archives: Recipes

These are recipes that are firm family favourites at Pigeon Cottage HQ plus a few new experiments we’d like to share.

Smoked haddock and leek macaroni cheese

I like to make macaroni cheese with leeks or cauliflower mixed in with it and then serve it with sausages on the side for a comforting mid-week supper dish. This version sandwiches a layer of smoked haddock between the top … Continue reading

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Linguine with a quick tomato, feta and basil sauce

Sometimes, I want something quick and comforting for supper that I can make with ingredients I usually have in the cupboard already. No fuss? Tasty? On the table in half an hour? This is that recipe. In the time it … Continue reading

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Hummingbird cake

I wanted to make a special birthday cake that would also work as a dessert after an Indian banquet menu. Something light, fruity and fragrant. This delicious Hummingbird cake seemed to fit the bill as the sponge is packed with … Continue reading

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Apple Charlotte

I love apple crumble for pudding with a Sunday roast but it’s nice to ring the changes sometimes. This Apple Charlotte made with slices of all-butter Brioche and lots of delicious apple filling flavoured with lemon zest certainly ticks all … Continue reading

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