Scottish Recipes

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Scottish Shortbread, Gluten-Free

This is a variation of the traditional shortbread recipe to make it gluten-free.

A Scotsman's Shepherd Pie

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Yes, shepherd's pie is predominantly thought of as Irish or British. But since I'm Scottish, I thought I'd give it a unique twist to suit my ancestral tastes. The use of lamb, the smoky, heather taste of Guinness® Draught (Irish, I admit), and the topping of sharp Cheddar and smoked paprika give this version its unique, smoky-sweet flavor.

Cock a Leekie Soup

Traditional Scots soup of chicken and leeks. One pound of potatoes, peeled and cubed, could be substituted for the barley, if desired.

Scotch Eggs with Mustard Sauce

Scotch Eggs are part of the traditional Scots breakfast, which also includes porridge, bacon, fried egg, sausage, black, white and fruit puddings and hot baps and jam. They are also sufficiently versatile to be served hot with gravy at teatime, or cold as a snack.

Scottish Shortbread IV

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This is the most basic cookie recipe there is. Real butter and brown sugar give it an irresistible flavor.

Scotch Eggs

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A delicious and easy Christmas Eve recipe for your family.

Scottish Oat Scones

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These are delicious and won't last long.

Stovies

A Scottish dish of potatoes cooked with onions and corned beef. It's a whole meal in itself; simple and easy to make!

Empire Biscuits

This shortbread cookie is a traditional Scottish recipe. These are round cookies sandwiched with jam and topped off with a delicious icing and a cherry.

Whisky Tea

This is how my grandad makes his cups of tea. He's in his seventies now and drinks whisky like he'll never get hold of it again. This drink is very relaxing and a great way to sedate family members and friends.

Scottish Shortbread II

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Light, very buttery. Does not make a large batch, but are simple enough to make many batches. Recipe does not double well.

Vegetarian Haggis

'Fair fa' your honest, sonsie face, Great chieftain o' the puddin-race!' Here's a tasty vegetarian version of The Robbie Burns Night sausage, passed on to me by some friends from Cape Breton.

Inspiration and Ideas

Scotch Shortbread

My best friend in high school's mom made this for me when I had my first overnight stay in a hospital. I loved it so much that I made it whenever I got the chance. When we lived overseas, my mom had to limit the number of times I could make it because butter was so expensive. Now it's part of my Christmas baking. Very rich and good!

Scottish Shortbread III

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My mother is from Scotland and this is her authentic Scottish shortbread recipe. It makes bars, not cookies!

Clapshot

Neeps and Tatties

Margie's Shortbread Oatmeal Cookies

Scotch Broth II

Shepherd's Pie I

This is a savory meat pie.

Forfar Bridies

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Pikelets (Scottish Pancakes)

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Scottish Pudding

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Caramel Shortbread

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Scottish Shortbread I

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Scottish Butter Tablet

This is an amazingly good traditional Scottish confection, like a dulce de leche fudge.

By Lizzie Mac

Clootie Dumpling

My Grandmother's recipe and she would have been 100!

By Jill Barrett

Scottish Bubbles and Squeak Patties

My father in law is from Scotland and this is a favorite family dish.

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Scottish Mince Pie

My mother-in-law made this pie in Scotland. It is not a sweet mince pie, but it's easy to make, and a hearty dinner. I serve boiled parsley potatoes and a nice salad with this pie. My children always ask for this pie when they come home to visit.

By Karen Barbour

Baked Cod with Potatoes and Onions

This simple recipe for baked cod with potatoes and onions tastes a lot like fish chowder. It's easy to assemble and is great on a cold day. I like to prepare it on a Friday because it's a frugal dish that's high in protein and delicious. Serve with crusty French bread or rolls.

By Noelle

Selkirk Bannock

There are many versions of bannock in the U.K. This one is supposedly the first bannock ever made by bakery owner Robbie Douglas in 1859. It is said that Queen Victoria would have nothing else with her tea.

By Karen C.

Minced Collops

A delicious way to stretch ground beef. This is a traditional Scottish recipe. It's quick and very easy, and my family loves it with mashed potatoes. The combination of beef and oatmeal sounds really weird at first, I know, but it is delicious. Steel-cut oats can be a bit pricey, but one tin will last a long, long time. Leftovers of this are wonderful. I've made sandwiches with it; I've filled tortillas with it; I've wrapped it in puff pastry and made little pies. It's very easy and it's very good! I hope your family likes it as much as mine does.

By Chessiebomb

Scotch Shortbread I

This recipe uses rice flour.

By MB Guba

Abernathy Biscuits

Good rolled cookies.

By Mary Beth Guba

Smoked Fish Pie

This recipe is a strong family favourite. It's great to warm you up on cold winter evenings, or in the summer served with a fresh green salad. You can use Cheddar instead of Red Leicester if you prefer. A plain bechamel sauce is also tasty, but add a little more nutmeg. If sauce making is scary, this dish works just as well with a tin of smoked fish chowder or packet sauce.

By Vickie de Vries

Cranachan

This is a popular Scottish dessert and there are many variations and names such as Cream Crowdie. Toasted oats are folded into lightly sweetened whipped cream and topped off with berries and a splash of dark rum or whisky. Surprisingly tasty!

By LYNN1979

Scottish Shepherd's Pie

This pie was made by my Nana, and my whole family loves it!

By Emtmom

Scotch Shortbread II

Simple but wonderful!

By LindaK

Cullen Skink

A tasty warming soup originating from Cullen a small coastal town in the North of Scotland, with a unique smoked taste.

By t.mcleod

Bresslin Balls

This is based on a traditional Scottish recipe. It's even great reheated! My kids love these.

By LYTHA

Bacon Clapshot

A flavorful, slightly spiced potato dish from North/North East Scotland. Perfect with roast meats, or double up the helpings and serve as a tasty supper.

By ShonaD

Scottish Tablet

This is our family's recipe for tablet.

By Heather Feather

Scotch Broth I

This is a good recipe. We used it years ago before becoming vegetarian. Wonderful aroma and flavor.

By Sue H.

Burrebrede (Scottish Shortbread)

This is a medieval Scottish shortbread recipe. It has been a holiday favorite for my family and friends for years. The shortbread keeps very well in an airtight tin or tightly wrapped in tinfoil.

By TECHIMPAIRED

Brown Sugar Spiced Shortbread

A yummy, melt-in-your mouth, cinnamon spiced spin on the traditional Scottish cookies.

By SURFCITYGIRL

Highland Toffee

Sweet and chewy oatmeal base covered in a layer of chocolate and nuts. Irresistible.

By JEESH999

Cock-A-Leekie Stew

This is a Scottish dish that is traditionally a thick soup. I prefer it as a thin stew and have adapted my recipe accordingly. I use the entire leek (needs to be cleaned very carefully), but the green tips tend to be a bit tough so you might want to add them earlier in the process if you want to soften them up.

By GYPSY-WITCH

Lorne-Style Fresh Breakfast Sausage

Lorne is a fresh, uncured, uncased, spiced sausage traditionally served as a Scottish breakfast staple. The spice combination is more reminiscent of a French meat pie or a black pudding rather than an American country sausage. Lorne is traditionally served with soft potato flatbreads called "Tatties."

By Sister Earth Creations Dianne

Scottish Tablet (Fudge)

A traditional yet simple recipe for Scottish tablet.

By sarahhouston

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