OFFALLY GOOD: The Centrepiece of any Burns Supper
DIG out the tartan and raise a toast to Scotland’s national poet. Tonight is Burns Night, a celebration of the life and work of Robert Burns, and a great excuse to get stuck into haggis, tatties, and neeps. Here’s how to lay on the traditional Scots spread on a budget. You can get Simon Howie original haggis for £2.25 at Tesco, down from £2.75. Or Sainsbury’s has Macsween haggis, £2.25 with a Nectar card, reduced from £3. Alternatively, try Aldi’s haggis bons bons — haggis rolled in breadcrumbs — which are also £2.25. You’ll then need some spuds. Tesco all-rounder potatoes are £1.19p a bag and ideal for mashing. Then boil and mash swede to create your neeps. Aldi has prepared packs for £1.19 in Scotland, but you’ll save money buying the veg and doing your own. It’s 49p at Aldi and 69p at Tesco.
SWEET TOUCH: Cranachan
Cranachan is a fabulous traditional Scottish dessert. Start by whisking up a pack of double cream before mixing in a couple of tablespoons each of honey, whisky, and oats. Create a raspberry puree by crushing the fruit through a sieve and add a little sugar. Then alternate layers of the cream mix with the puree.
SIP ON SCOTCH
Wash down your meal with a nip of whisky. You can save a third on selected Scotch at Tesco. Glen Keith single malt is £21, down from £31.50, while Famous Grouse is £15, down from £17.75. Or try Tennent’s lager — a ten-pack is £9.20 at Aldi. If you’re avoiding booze, opt for Scotland’s other national drink, Irn-Bru. Two 24-packs are £17 at Iceland, where a 2-litre bottle is £1.50.
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