Irish

If you don’t have Baileys, use Tia Maria or Kahlua instead. Note

What’s the key to an authentic Irish stew? Peta Mathias shares her family recipe, which is sure to become a go-to in your own family's repertoire.

Guinness adds a beautiful depth of flavour in this beef and mushroom pie. With crispy pastry and delicious chuck steak cubes, it's a warming meal that is well worth the extra effort!

It is important to trim excess pastry when covering the beef. Don’t have the pastry too thick at the joins or the pastry will not cook through. To decorate, cut small leaves from pastry scraps and secure them to the beef wellington with a little of the egg before baking. Note

Add 1 tablespoon moroccan spice mix with onion for a flavour variation. Note

When you need bread in a hurry, Irish soda bread is the answer. Don't be tempted to replace the buttermilk with regular milk, as the lactic acid combined with the bi-carb will ensure the bread rises sufficiently.

As the weather cools off, a luscious hot dessert really hits the spot. This baked pudding is simple and tasty - a fine old-fashioned treat.