Andi Oliver transforms a classic British dessert into a savoury three cheese and leek bread and butter pudding. Niklas Ekstedt transports us to Sweden with the iconic Jansson’s temptation. Sabrina Ghayour gives us three tasty treats for sharing: lamb barberry, pomegranate-glazed aubergines, and muhammara dip. Rick Stein entertains us with buttermilk chicken from his very popular 120-recipe cookbook Simple Suppers.
Cheese and leek bread and butter pudding
A luxurious Cheese and Leek Bread and Butter Pudding with Rarebit Sauce, accompanied by a Leek and Spinach Velouté and Sautéed Sprouts.…
Suggested Wine Pairing
Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Rioja Reserva at about £8.50 brings rich dark cherry and vanilla notes that balance the creamy, cheesy layers of the bread and butter pudding while cutting through the buttery richness with freshness.
Jansson’s temptation with pork chops
Jansson’s Temptation is a delightful Swedish potato bake that uniquely combines layers of creamy potatoes, sweet onions, and salty…
Suggested Wine Pairing
Tesco Finest South African Shiraz around £8.50 pairs well with Jansson’s Temptation and pork chops. Its rich berry flavors and subtle spice balance the creamy potatoes and savory anchovies without overpowering the dish.
Lamb koftas with muhammara and pomegranate-glazed aubergine
By Sabrina Ghayour From Saturday Kitchen Ingredients For the pomegranate-glazed aubergine 2 large aubergines, peeled and cut into…
Suggested Wine Pairing
Tesco Finest Shiraz at about £7.50 per bottle with clubcard deals. This full-bodied red has rich berry flavors and subtle spice, enhancing the smoky char of the lamb koftas while balancing the sweetness from the pomegranate glaze.
Maraschino cherry and almond truffles
By Paul A Young From Saturday Kitchen Ingredients For the chocolate cherries 24 maraschino cherries in syrup, strained and syrup…
Pilaf with buttermilk chicken and pomegranate
Simple, flavoursome rice pilaf with marinated chicken creates an impressively low-effort family dinner. By Rick Stein From Saturday…
Suggested Wine Pairing
Waitrose Côtes du Rhône Villages at about £11.00 matches well with the Pilaf with Buttermilk Chicken and Pomegranate. Its black fruit, pepper, and herbal notes complement the za’atar seasoning on the chicken and the aromatic saffron rice, while its balanced acidity refreshes the palate.