Wild Garlic Soup

This wild garlic soup, takes me right back to the forest where I picked the herb. I have added a topping of roasted almonds and sheep’s cheese for added texture and contrast. Hazelnuts, brazil nuts or pine nuts work too.

Recipe, Lunch, Soup, StarterClodagh McKenna4 April 2024Spring, Easter

Salmon Rillettes

Recipe, LunchClodagh McKenna26 March 2024Fish, Spring, Summer, Glow

Fish Pie Baked Potatoes

A twist on an absolute classic! Stuffing jacket potatoes with a gorgeous fish pie filling. Ready and waiting to warm you up!

Recipe, LunchClodagh McKenna31 December 2023ITV TM, Spring, Autumn

Coolea Cheese Potato Dumplings with Sage Butter

Potato dumplings are a fantastic way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. You can also make these with sweet potatoes or add different cheeses to the mix. The dumplings have great texture—soft on the inside like little pillows and crispy on the outside. The sage butter is something I learned when living in Italy and is so delicious with these cheese dumplings or with egg tagliolini.

Recipe, LunchClodagh McKenna31 December 2023Autumn, Vegetarian

Roast Tarragon Chicken with Mushroom Risotto

This is my favorite way to cook and serve roast chicken during the fall. The tarragon adds a delicious sweet flavor, mixed with the spicy Dijon mustard and aromatic garlic. The risotto is creamy, so there is no need for a sauce. It’s an ideal supper for a cozy evening at home.

Recipe, LunchClodagh McKenna31 December 2023Autumn, fish, Summer

Lamb Chops with Crushed Peas, Mint Jus & Pan-fried Potatoes

I just love a juicy lamb chop! My recipe is a classic, as that’s how I like them best. I always have frozen peas in the freezer and a few potatoes lying around, so it makes this whole dish very easy. If you want to jazz it up a bit, you can add crushed fennel to the lamb chops, or cream up your frozen peas by whizzing them with crème fraîche, lime and coriander. A couple of tips for the lamb chops to keep them juicy – remove them from the fridge 30 minutes before cooking and be careful not to overcook them. They should still be pink on the inside.

Recipe, Lunch, SupperClodagh McKenna31 December 2023Autumn, Lamb

Loaded Potatoes 3 Ways

There’s nothing quite like a crispy skinned, fluffy jacket potato as a budget-friendly way to feed the family. Try these three delicious ideas to fill your jacket spuds, from Cauliflower cheese to an American loaded with cheese, bacon, spring onions and sour cream and curried beans..

Recipe, LunchClodagh McKenna31 December 2023Autumn, Winter, ITV TM

One Pot Minestrone

When I lived in northern Italy I made minestrone soup all the time. It’s packed with wholesome vegetables, with aromatic flavours of garlic, oregano and sweet tomatoes.

Recipe, Lunch, SoupClodagh McKenna31 December 2023Autumn, Spring, ITV TM

Roast Pork With Apples And Blackberries

The juicy sweetness of blackberries with the sour cooking apples, soaking into the pork while it roasts is incredible. The apple crisps are so simple to make and look fabulous dotted around the serving dish.

Recipe, Supper, Christmas, LunchClodagh McKenna1 October 2023Autumn, Pork

DILL CUCUMBER PICKLE & SALMON SALAD WITH OREGANO CROUTONS

Recipe, LunchClodagh McKenna10 July 2023Spring, Summer, Salad, Fish

Hellmann's Chorizo Toastie

Recipe, LunchClodagh McKenna26 May 2023Summer, lunch, cheese

BBQ Chicken with a Smoky Potato Salad

Recipe, LunchClodagh McKenna15 May 2023Spring, Salad, Chicken

Jersey Royals BLT Salad

The creamy nutty unique flavour and texture of the Jersey Royals elevates every dish, I mean simply boiled with fresh mint and served with sea salt and butter is one of my favourite things in the world! I adore them in this salad, with the smoky flavours of the bacon, sweet tomatoes, and the creamy peppery dressing.

Recipe, LunchClodagh McKenna12 May 2023Spring, Salad

Buttery Croque Monsieur Brunch Bake

A heavenly sharing brunch dish.

Recipe, Breakfast, LunchClodagh McKenna3 May 2023Spring

Creamy Cheesy Ham Baked Eggs

Feast like a king with Charles’ all-time favourite comfort food, Cheesy Baked Eggs. A dish of creamy cheese delight packed with salty ham and spices, Clodagh’s brunch dish is a culinary feast for the senses.

Recipe, Breakfast, LunchClodagh McKenna2 May 2023Spring, ITV TM

French Onion Soup With Cheesey Croutons

This classic version that I am sharing with you is made with good-quality beef broth or vegetable stock, caramelised onions, and topped with oozing Gruyère cheese croutons.

Recipe, Soup, LunchClodagh McKenna24 January 2023Autumn, Winter, ITV TM

Sage & Orange Christmas Chicken With Roasties

Recipe, Christmas, Supper, LunchClodagh McKenna12 December 2022Autumn, Winter, ITV TM, Side Dish, Christmas

Baked Eggs with Ham, Cream, Nutmeg & Thyme

I love baked eggs for supper or brunch any time of the year. They are one of my go-to dinner recipes that I make when I am bit pooped after a long day as they are so fast and easy to prepare.

Recipe, LunchClodagh McKenna8 November 2022Autumn

3 Pimped Up Sandwiches

When it comes to a weekday lunch, there’s nothing quite like a sandwich. But if you’re bored of your usual creations - Clodagh is here to share her pimped up versions, which will keep you full till dinner!

Recipe, LunchClodagh McKenna17 October 2022Autumn, Winter, ITV TM