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Recipes by Derek Johnsen

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Bubble and Squeak

Bubble and Squeak by Derek Johnsen

My mum used to make these on a fairly regular basis. they are unbelievably tasty. These little patties are an ideal accompaniment to basic pork chops. They can be served with hot or cold meats and are an ideal way of getting your children to eat more vegetables.

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Isicia Omentata (a kind of Roman Burger)

Isicia Omentata (a kind of Roman Burger) by Derek Johnsen

Although I enjoy cooking dishes from other countries and cultures, my real interest and love is to cook the food that previous generations cooked and that might not be so popular today. I have been lucky enough to gather together recipes from throughout the ages. Even though my 22 Roman recipes are nearly 2000 years old, you might…

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1930s Recipe Classic Scottish Stovies

1930s Recipe Classic Scottish Stovies by Derek Johnsen

Scottish Stovies (Copied and adapted from a 1930s cook book) The French create the classic “Gratin Dauphinoise” by slicing potatoes thinly and cooking them slowly, which is the basis of the Scottish dish stovies. The name probably comes from the Scottish and north of England word for stewing. There are many variations on the…

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1930s Recipe Belgrade Stew

1930s Recipe Belgrade Stew by Derek Johnsen

Very popular in my granny's house in the 1950s and 1960s. Veal used to be a reasonably cheap cut of meat back then.

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