Hurrah – it’s the weekend. Not only that, but there is a feast of sport on the TV today and tomorrow with both 6 nations rugby and the world track cycling championships. To set the mood we decided we needed a leisurely brunch today. I still had some sprouts and potatoes left from my veg bag so what could be better than some bubble and squeak.
Bubble and squeak cake
4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
12 small sprouts, shredded
1 egg, lightly beaten
Put the potatoes into a saucepan of cold water and bring to the boil. When it starts boiling put the shredded sprouts in a sieve above the potatoes and put a lid on the pan. That means that the sprouts can steam whilst the potatoes are boiling. When the potatoes are done put the sprouts to one side, drain the potatoes and mash them with some butter. At this point I also added some nice soft cheese with garlic and herbs that I had kicking around. Then stir in the sprouts and the egg.
Now heat some butter in a frying pan. Add the potato mix and press it all down into the pan. Cook gently for about 10 minutes. Then either try and flip the cake over or put the whole thing under the grill for another 5 minutes to cook the top.
We had it with beans and sausages for a lazy Saturday brunch!
Bubble and squeak cake
4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
12 small sprouts, shredded
1 egg, lightly beaten
Put the potatoes into a saucepan of cold water and bring to the boil. When it starts boiling put the shredded sprouts in a sieve above the potatoes and put a lid on the pan. That means that the sprouts can steam whilst the potatoes are boiling. When the potatoes are done put the sprouts to one side, drain the potatoes and mash them with some butter. At this point I also added some nice soft cheese with garlic and herbs that I had kicking around. Then stir in the sprouts and the egg.
Now heat some butter in a frying pan. Add the potato mix and press it all down into the pan. Cook gently for about 10 minutes. Then either try and flip the cake over or put the whole thing under the grill for another 5 minutes to cook the top.
We had it with beans and sausages for a lazy Saturday brunch!
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