Long Nights and Log Fires - Warming Comfort Food for Family and Friends (Hardcover)

This collection of warming recipes will help stave off winter's chill. On a cold day a steaming bowl of soup is always welcome - Soups and Snacks features hearty recipes such as Parsnip, Chorizo and Chestnut Soup, or try a Welsh Rarebit, oozing with melted cheese. In Fireside Suppers you'll find quick-to-prepare recipes including Taleggio and Potato Tortilla and Sausages with Winter Rosti. One-pot Wonders is full of great casseroles and slow-cooked dishes such as Smoky Hotpot of Great Northern Beans; Root Vegetable Rag' with Spiced Couscous; or Beef and Carrot Casserole with Dumplings. Roasts are perfect for family get-togethers and seasonal celebrations. Fool-proof recipes include Traditional Roast Turkey; Roast Beef with all the Trimmings; and Rolled Crackly Pork with Sage and Onion Stuffing. Sides and Salads complete any meal. Choose from Winter Vegetable Gratin and Baked Spinach Mornay or try a crisp winter salad, such as Endive, Pear and Gorgonzola Salad. Whether you enjoy a slice of cake in front of the fire or an indulgent dessert, there are plenty of treats to choose from in Bakes and Desserts. Try Sticky Marzipan and Cherry Loaf; Baked Apples with Butterscotch; or Gooseberry and Ginger Wine Crumble. Finally, in Drinks there are plenty of ideas for relaxing at home or entertaining. Enjoy a soothing Malted Milk or Mocha Maple Coffee or an Orange-mulled Wine or Hot Buttered Rum - ideal at a festive party.