Scottish oats are famous the world over. In this practical and imaginative book, award-winning cookery writer Nichola Fletcher features 45 recipes which show the remarkable versatility of different kind of oats. Arranged in themed sections - breakfasts; soups and savouries; desserts and sweets and drinks - the result is a huge variety of mouthwatering recipes, from fish haggis, wild mushroom risotto and grouse soup to oatmeal candy, spiced oatmeal cake and a detox oatmeal drink, that show how oats can be combined with a vast range of other ingredients and also take centre stage themselves.
Nichola Fletcher
Nichola Fletcher is a renowned Scottish author and food writer known for her expertise in game cookery and Scottish food culture. She has written several acclaimed books on the subject, including "The Meat Cookbook" and "Charcuterie and French Pork Cookery". Fletcher's writing style is characterized by her meticulous research and passion for traditional food practices. Her contributions to literature include shedding light on lesser-known culinary traditions and advocating for sustainable and ethical food practices. One of her most famous works is "The Meat Cookbook", which has been praised for its comprehensive approach to meat cookery. Fletcher's impact on the literary genre of food writing is significant, as she has inspired a new generation of chefs and food enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the diversity of culinary traditions.