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Spicy shepherds pie

Posted on September 30, 2022 by Janet Davies @pigeoncottage

These early autumn days can be warm and sunny but the minute the sun goes down it’s properly chilly. It’s time to bring out the big comfort food guns and this spicy shepherd’s pie is just the job. A real … Continue reading →

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My Burns Night Supper Menu

Posted on January 23, 2022 by Janet Davies @pigeoncottage

I don’t think you need to have been born a Scot to celebrate Burns Night on January 25th – I’m not from Scotland but I was born on St Andrew’s Day, patron saint of Scotland, so that’s my tenuous link … Continue reading →

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Braised beef short ribs

Posted on November 19, 2021 by Janet Davies @pigeoncottage

This recipe for braised beef short ribs will fill your kitchen with the most amazing aroma as six hours of long slow cooking work their magic. Buy ribs that are roughly the same size, keep the vegetables chunky so they … Continue reading →

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Root slaw with cranberries and dill

Posted on August 6, 2021 by Janet Davies @pigeoncottage

My friend Jo is a big Ottolenghi recipe fan and she recently served an unusual slaw combo at a BBQ that I absolutely loved. This is my version, inspired by that salad. The base is shredded root vegetables – I … Continue reading →

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