by Kieran Saunders | Nov 4, 2015 | News, Recipes
Recipe for Potage Bonne Femme A classic French soup and very much an old favourite. Call it leek and potato soup if you prefer. It’s good to cook at this time of the year when you have plenty of plump leeks ready for digging up from the allotment. This recipe is... by Kieran Saunders | Oct 19, 2015 | News, Recipes
One of our plotholders at North Hill Allotments in Frome is Mary Longford of Absolutely Preserves. She talked about her passion for preserving on BBC Radio 4’s the Food programme, “Jam Tomorrow.. Today.” by Kieran Saunders | Oct 2, 2013 | News, Recipes
The warm spell in July really brought on our figs and while we haven’t had a glut, there has certainly been a pleasant surplus.The variety I grow is Brunswick and these swell big enough to sit alone in the palm of your hand. The skin is tender and you can... by Kieran Saunders | Aug 18, 2013 | News, Recipes
This one is adapted from an American recipe and has gotten great reviews by all who’ve tried the results. Courgette is very delicate in flavour, so it’s barely noticeable in the cake. It’s main job is to keep the cake extra moist, which is does... by Kieran Saunders | Aug 16, 2013 | News, Recipes
This is our 2nd blog about how to use your wonderful courgettes! This recipe is super simple and makes a nice light lunch or dinner. You can use any size courgette, though the smaller-medium ones hold their shape and crisp-up better. That said, I’ve used giant... by Kieran Saunders | Aug 13, 2013 | News, Recipes
The sun has been working over time here in Somerset, much to the delight of allotment holders across the UK. Last month, many of us were greeted by our old friend – the famously prolific COURGETTE ! One of the easiest veg to grow, it seemed that this...