Recipes

Hearty and warming for a cold winter’s afternoon.

With a bit of forward planning this makes for a speedy morning pastry. The mixture of a good crème patisseries with fat juicy raisins will give anyone a spring in their step.

The key to a good custard tart is the pastry I reckon. I love a perfect set on the custard but if the pastry isn’t crisp you may as well forget it.

Deliciously moreish Seeded Crackers served with our creamy cheddar cheese.

Gillian spent 4 years in Dublin and became addicted to soda bread (or ‘brown bread’ as it is referred to there). It’s a versatile accompaniment to all meals. It’s also enjoyed in Ireland for elevenses (best meal of the day!) slathered in butter and jam.

A while ago it was a pleasure to create some recipes for Graham’s The Family Dairy… And now it’s time for some new ones! First up is this delicious Valentine’s Day recipe, a light sponge filled with raspberries and topped with a beautifully (and naturally) coloured Quark frosting, this healthy bake would make an ideal treat for your loved one!

Really easy bake that the grandchildren love. This great family recipe takes just 15 minutes to prepare and 35 mins in the oven.

This is one for those of a curious disposition: those of you who won’t be happy to just to give a bread recipe. This is for you, who want to dive in and change your life. Baking bread can make your life better, but you have to let it overwhelm you.

Refreshing, light and ‘healthy’ if you’re looking for a ‘skinny’ smoothie this is a great one to start the day!

The true test of great Greek cuisine is looking at the plate and thinking, “Smashing”. This refreshing but moreish dip is certainly that.

A delicious, simple recipe for the perfect home-made scones.

Easy and quick to prepare, these nachos are a family favourite in the Graham household. A perfect platter to share amongst friends, or simply a satisfying snack, they taste all the better with our Graham’s mild cheddar cheese grated on top. Enjoy!