Gremolata or parsley sauce – the best herb dressing!

Posted on by Mandy Watson
A superb way to eat fresh flat-leaved parsley Gremolata or parsley sauce is the traditional accompaniment to Milanese Osso Buco (braised veal shank)and is classically made from lemon zest, garlic, and parsley. However, it makes a marvellous (and quick pasta sauce or salad dressing. One of our specialities at Northern Ark Nursery is growing our own herbs. They're incredibly popular both at the...

Rosemary soda bread with sun-dried tomatoes

Posted on by Mandy Watson
An Italian twist on a North-East traditional recipe Before sourdough bread and all its rustic variants became fashionable, writes Mandy Watson of MandyCanUDigIt, working-class housewives made do with simpler fare – rosemary soda bread with sun-dried tomatoes was born from one of those recipes. This recipe comes via my Mam from my Gran (her mother-in-law). Money was often tight and popping down...