Take it slow

Missed out on Stir-up Sunday? This traditional Christmas cake can be ready in an afternoon, with no need for multiple feeds

PREPARATION TIME 5 minutes COOKING TIME 3 hours SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS ● 1 tbsp olive oil ● 1 leek, white and pale green parts only, halved lengthways then thinly sliced ● 2 garlic cloves, finely choppe

These puds from Jane’s Patisserie are packed with festive flavours

By Carol Becker Makes 1 loaf cake | Prep 15 mins | Cook 55 mins 60ml egg replacer, equal to 1 egg200g sugar115ml plant-based butter, melted360ml oat milk250g self-raising flour1 tsp baking powder½ tsp

SERVES 6-8 Ingredients 2kg unsmoked bonelessgammon joint, tied2 onions, halved4 bay leaves10 black peppercorns2 litres cola For the glaze 1 handful of cloves 4 tbsp runny honey 4 tbsp English mustard

Ease into the New Year with slow mornings and restful days, preparing these deliciously nostalgic Irish dishes that are the epitome of comfort eatin