Essential Scottish Cookery

Celebrates the best of Scottish cuisine, and its seasonal and flavoursome ingredients. This book provides a comprehensive introduction to the ingredients and culinary specialities that are typically enjoyed throughout Scotland. It contains seventy step-by-step recipes which capture the real flavours of Scottish food.

This book is a celebration of the best of Scottish cuisine, and its fresh, seasonal and flavoursome ingredients. The book begins with a comprehensive introduction to the ingredients and culinary specialities that are typically enjoyed throughout Scotland.The main section of the book contains seventy step-by-step recipes which capture the real flavours of Scottish food. Chapters include Soups and Appetisers; Fish and Shellfish; Meat, Venison, Poultry and Game; Side Dishes and Accompaniments; Breads, Bakes, Preserves and Sauces; and Desserts and Drinks, so you'll find a dish for every occasion.Traditional classics are included, from Haddock and Smoked Salmon Terrine to Roast Hare with Beetroot Crowdie, as well as enticing new ideas, such as Grilled Oysters with Highland Heather Honey and Griddled Loin of Lamb with Barley Risotto.The book also features some delicious desserts, such as Strawberry Cream Shortbreads, Auld Alliance Apple Tart, and Plum Crumble. There are refreshing drinks to try too, like Het Pint, Sparkling Elderflower Drink and Cranachan Smoothie.This glorious collection of classic dishes, with over 360 stunning colour photographs, is perfect for anyone who wishes to sample the best of Scottish cuisine.