Potatoes recipes

Salmon with Tropical Fruit Salsa

Hearty steaks of grilled salmon are given a tropical taste when served with an exciting salsa - a finely chopped sauce mixture of exotic mango and papaya, laced with lime, ginger and cooling mint.

Salmon with Tropical Fruit Salsa

Cod with Onions and Leeks

Mackerel with Dill Mayonnaise

Fresh, broiled fish fillets and lightly boiled new potatoes are enlivened by a creamy yoghurt and mayonnaise dressing flavoured with delicate fronds of dill and piquant capers.

Mackerel with Dill Mayonnaise

Sausage Capers

Serve Sausage capers with mashed potatoes to mop up the delicious sauce.

Sausage Capers

Lentil and potato stew

Whole button onions add a hint of sweetness to this warming winter stew, thickened and coloured by the lentils which absorb its hearty flavour as they swell.

Lentil and potato stew

Baked Cod with Tomatoes

Sauteed Potatoes

These rosemary-scented, crisp golden potatoes are an extra-special treat at Christmas time.

Sauteed Potatoes

Middle Eastern Vegetable Stew

Spicy Broccoli and Cauliflower

Pollack and Mussel Fish pie

Smooth potato, tinged golden with carrot and saffron, covers a blend of succulent white fish and mussels to make a crisply topped pie.

Pollack and Mussel Fish pie

Haddock with Potatoes and Onions

Tuna and Pea Casserole

Potato and Rosemary Pizzettas

Chateaubriand with Bearnaise Sauce

Chateaubriand is a lean and tender cut of beef from the thick centre of the fillet that is pounded to give it its characteristic shape. This portion is usually served for two people and would be perfect for a romantic Christmas meal for two.

Chateaubriand with Bearnaise Sauce

Scallops with creamed celeriac

Swedish Fried Bloaters

Tender fillets of fresh Bloater sandwiched together with beaten egg, chopped red onion and dill make a simple and inexpensive dish that is nevertheless packed with flavour and goodness.

Swedish Fried Bloaters

New England Corn Chowder

Substantial and warming, this soup was inspired by a traditional recipe from New England which makes good use of the local sweetcorn, while cream and potatoes add to its rich texture.

New England Corn Chowder

Smoked Haddock Chowder

Gratin Dauphinois

This dish can be made and baked in advance; reheat it in the oven for 20-30 minutes before serving. This is a good alternative to roast potatoes and needs no last-minute attention.

Gratin Dauphinois

Masala Mashed Potatoes

These potatoes are very versatile and will perk up any meal.

Masala Mashed Potatoes

Basque Cod Casserole

Cod Croquettes

Herby Fishcakes with Lemon Sauce

Dry white wine is a tasty fat-free basis for this herby sauce.

Herby Fishcakes with Lemon Sauce

Finnish Vegetable Soup

Roast Stuffed Lamb

This lamb is stuffed with a tempting blend of kidneys, spinach and rice.

Roast Stuffed Lamb

Corn and Potato Fritters

Indian Tempura

Rosemary Roasties

These unusual roast potatoes use far less fat than traditional roast potatoes, and because they still have their skins they not only absorb less oil but have more flavour too.

Rosemary Roasties

Baked Cod with Rosemary

Smoked Salmon with Stir fried Vegetables

This unusual supper dish features delicate baby vegetables and smoked salmon with a light touch of Oriental flavourings.

Smoked Salmon with Stir fried Vegetables

Stuffed whiting

The delicate, small-flaked whiting flesh, so easy to digest, gives its juices to the filling and stays moist in the white wine that lends the dish a sharp edge.

Stuffed whiting

Potato and Leek Soup

Tregaron broth

Potato and Green Bean Curry

Tender, sliced new potatoes and fine green beans are cooked in an aromatic mixture of butter and delicate spices, and can be served with rice or naan bread, or as a side dish to another curry.

Potato and Green Bean Curry

Baked Skate

Tender skate wings dotted with nuts of butter and sprinkled with shallots and vinegar are simply baked in the oven.

Baked Skate

Cod Creole

Herby Salmon Fish Cakes

Flounder and vegetable parcels

Tender white Flounder and crisp, colourful vegetables mingle their juices while cooking and release strong, fresh aromas as the steaming parcels are unwrapped.

Flounder and vegetable parcels

Stuffed Flounder with nutmeg sauce

When freshly grated, nutmeg has no trace of bitterness. Here, it lends its distinctive flavour to both filing and sauce, but with a lightness to match that of the Flounder.

Stuffed Flounder with nutmeg sauce

Trout in Herb and Wine Jelly

A combination of wine and herbs complements the subtle flavour of the trout to create an elegantly marbled summer dish. Pink peppercorns and smoked trout give it extra colour and zest.

Trout in Herb and Wine Jelly

Essen Eggs

Add a touch of sunshine to your autumn supper table with bright, tasty Essen eggs.

Essen Eggs

Carrot and Cilantro Soup

This simple soup is elegant in both flavour and appearance.

Carrot and Cilantro Soup

Pumpkin Soup

The sweet flavour of pumpkin is good in soups, teaming well with other more savoury ingredients such as potatoes to make a warm and comforting dish.

Pumpkin Soup

Breton Fish Soup

Cabbage, Potato and Sausage Soup

This version of a Portuguese soup, caldo verde, features the traditional potato and shredded cabbage, boosted with the delicious flavours of garlic, dill, smoky chorizo sausage and olive oil.

Cabbage, Potato and Sausage Soup

Chive vichyssoise

A generous sprinkling of chives flecks the pale creaminess of this cool, refreshing leek and potato soup and strengthens its flavour.

Chive vichyssoise

German Split Pea Soup

A hearty and satisfying soup - ideal for a chilly day. Split peas and lots of vegetables give the soup body, and the broth is richly flavoured with a smoked bacon knuckle and beer. Frankfurter slices, mustard, and chopped parsley add the finishi

German Split Pea Soup

Irish Celery Soup

Marrow (Squash) with Nutty Stuffing

With roast potatoes and a tomato sauce, this would make a modest family main course.

Marrow (Squash) with Nutty Stuffing

Roast New Potatoes with Rosemary

Tiny, tender new potatoes, delicately scented with lemon and flavoured with fresh rosemary, are roasted to glowing, golden perfection in this simple, tasty dish that takes very little time to prepare.

Roast New Potatoes with Rosemary

Spanish Chilli Potatoes

Lentil cottage pie

Cabbage steamed with fennel seeds makes a crunchy contrast to the pies. You can make one large pie instead of individual ones..

Lentil cottage pie

Cod Baked with Pesto

Salmon Cakes

Salmon fish cakes

Soft pink salmon inside a crust of crisp golden crumbs makes fish cakes that are the focus of a filling meal. Although substantial, the cakes are surprisingly light and go well with salads.

Salmon fish cakes

Steamed cod with ginger

There is the simplicity and aroma of Chinese cuisine in these cod steaks steamed with vegetables and herbs and sharpened by the fire of ginger.

Steamed cod with ginger

Tuna and Corn Fish Cakes

These economical little tuna fish cakes are quick to make. Either use fresh mashed potatoes, or make a storecupboard version with instant mash.

Tuna and Corn Fish Cakes

Baked Potatoes with Egg

Baked potatoes with egg makes an economical dish for a children s meal.

Baked Potatoes with Egg

Dutch Pea Soup

Vegetable Crumble with Anchovies

Watercress Potato Salad Bowl

New potatoes are equally good hot or cold, and this colourful, nutritious salad is an ideal way of making the most of them.

Watercress Potato Salad Bowl

Bean and Potato Open Pie

Baked beans are a favourite in most families but this is a way to dress them up. The pie 'crust' is made from mashed potato and this will hold its shape better if 1 medium egg, beaten, is added or very little milk. For a meatless dish, leave out the beef and add 3/4 cup more mushrooms.

Bean and Potato Open Pie

Fantail Potatoes

Vegetarian Bean Hotpot

Vegetable paella with eggs

Fresh Trout with Walnut Dressing

Plain grilled trout is dramatically transformed with the help of herbs and nuts, spiced vinegar and a pinch of paprika.

Fresh Trout with Walnut Dressing

Fillet of Beef with Ratatouille

This succulent rare beef is served cold with a colourful garlicky ratatouille.

Fillet of Beef with Ratatouille

Irish Stew with Parsley Dumplings

Sweet Potato Rosti

Minestrone Soup with Pesto

Vichyssoise 2

Watercress Soup

Concertina Garlic Potatoes

Vegetables with Aromatic Seeds

A healthy diet should include plenty of vegetables to provide fibre as well as vitamins and minerals. Here, spices transform everyday vegetables.

Vegetables with Aromatic Seeds

Olive and Caper Pizza

Fennel and potato hotpot

A tomato and cucumber salad dressed with lemon juice makes a sharp contrast to the mild aniseed flavour of the fennel.

Fennel and potato hotpot

Spiced Egg Ragout

Salmon with cucumber and dill sauce

Dill gives the sauce a warm, sweet taste similar to caraway. Combined with the freshness of cucumber, it makes a perfect complement to the rich salmon.

Salmon with cucumber and dill sauce

Trout with orange and mint stuffing

The tangy, crunchy stuffing and lively vermouth sauce make this colourful fish dish particularly suitable for serving at any special occasion.

Trout with orange and mint stuffing

Split pea and potato soup

Smooth and thick, savoury and satisfying, this surprisingly elegant soup is made from everyday ingredients found in the store cupboard.

Split pea and potato soup

Sweetcorn Chowder with Pasta Shells

Smoked turkey rashers provide a tasty, low fat alternative to bacon in this hearty dish. If you prefer, omit the meat altogether and serve the soup as is.

Sweetcorn Chowder with Pasta Shells

Pumpkin Gnocchi

Gnocchi is an Italian pasta dumpling usually made from potatoes; in this special recipe, pumpkin is added, too. A chanterelle sauce provides both richness and flavour.

Pumpkin Gnocchi

New Potato Parcels

These delicious potatoes may be cooked in individual portions.

New Potato Parcels

Potato Baskets with Cheese

Thyme Roasted Onions

These slow-roasted onions develop a delicious, sweet flavour which is the perfect accompaniment to roast meat. You could prepare par-boiled new potatoes in the same way.

Thyme Roasted Onions

Vegetable Gougere

This makes a light vegetarian supper or a main meal served with baked potatoes.

Vegetable Gougere

Spicy Jacket Potatoes

Sweet Potato and Carrot Salad

Cheese and potato pie

The concentrated flavours of Gruyere and scallions make a piquant contrast to the gentle taste of fresh ricotta in this warming pie.

Cheese and potato pie

Nut roast

Sunflower seeds give a crunchy topping to this moist and chewy roast of mixed nuts and vegetables, which is bound with eggs and easy to make.

Nut roast

Cajun Style Cod

Mini Filled Jacket Potatoes

Jacket potatoes are always delicious, and the toppings can easily be varied

Mini Filled Jacket Potatoes

Baby Potatoes

French Vegetable Soup

This elegant combination of fresh spring vegetables, cooked together then added to a rich tomato-flavoured broth, makes a hearty soup that will serve as a main course for lunch or supper.

French Vegetable Soup

Cauliflower Bread

Potato Surprises

Potato surprises are baked potatoes with sausages and cheese hidden inside them.

Potato Surprises

Minty New Potatoes with Cucumber

Vichyssoise 3

Potato, Leek and Tomato Bake

Broiled Halibut with Red Pepper Sauce

Broiled steaks of this meaty, close-textured flatfish are low in calories but substantial. Here, a lively, easily made red-pepper sauce spiced with vinegar enhances the mild favour of the halibut and moistens its firm flesh.

Broiled Halibut with Red Pepper Sauce