*** We forgot to post this. Apologies.
On Monday the 25th January this year [2021] it will be Burns night here in the UK. But what is Burns night?
The first Burns Night was celebrated over 200 years ago, but its popularity has only grown over the years, with traditions passed down from generation to generation. Burns Night is considered to be Scotland’s “other national day”, alongside St Andrew’s Day in November. Celebrated on the same date each year, the night gives a nod to the life and work of the Scottish poet, Robert Burns.
Traditional festivities generally include a Burns Supper, which features readings of his poetry throughout the meal.
To celebrate we thought we would share how to make a tradition Burn’s night supper – haggis, neeps and tatties, that’s haggis, swede and potatoes!
Ingredients:
x1 shop bought haggis 3 large potatoes
1 swede
Butter
Milk
Salt and pepper to taste
Method:
- Cook your haggis according to the packets instructions.
- Peel and chop your swede into rough cm cubes and boil
for 40-45 minutes. Mash with butter, salt and pepper. - Peel and roughly chop your potatoes. Mash with a big
splash of milk, butter, salt and pepper. - Serve as is or with onion gravy and enjoy.
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