Best 2 Traditional English Halloween Supper Mash O Nine Sorts Recipes
Are you looking for a spooky and unique way to celebrate Halloween? Look no further than the traditional English Halloween supper, known as the Mash o' Nine Sorts. This traditional British dish is a hearty and savory stew made with nine different vegetables, each with its own unique flavor and texture. The combination of these ingredients creates a delicious and satisfying meal that is sure to please everyone at your Halloween gathering. With its simple preparation and flavorful ingredients, the Mash o' Nine Sorts is a perfect dish for a festive Halloween supper. Let's explore this traditional English recipe and learn how to make this delicious dish!
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TRADITIONAL ENGLISH HALLOWEEN SUPPER - MASH O' NINE SORTS
This is such a wonderful and traditional English recipe for Hallowe'en - All Hallow's Eve! It was a dish traditionally served to unmarried guests with a ring hidden inside. Whoever found the ring would be the next one to be married! This delicious mashed potato has nine ingredients in it - hence its name. Serve it as a supper dish by itself, or as an accompaniment to bangers/sausages, for a comforting Autumn supper dish! For those whom may be interested, a brief history on the origins of Hallowe'en: In ancient Britain this date was the pre-Christian eve of the New Year and Celtic Harvest Festival, when the souls of the dead were thought to revisit their homes to eat and drink. People left refreshments on the table and unlocked their doors before retiring for the night, then bells were rung, fires lit to guide the returning souls back to earth and animals were brought in for the winter. After Hallowe'en became a Christian festival, supernatural associations continued to thrive. It was believed that witches were abroad and that it was possible for certain people to perform magic and summon up spirits. Hallowe'en was once a time for making mischief - many parts of England still recognise this date as Mischief Night - when children would knock on doors demanding a treat (Trick or Treat) and people would disguise themselves as witches, ghosts, kelpies and spunkies, in order to obtain food and money from nervous householders. In certain parts of England youths still play pranks on their neighbours by hiding garden ornaments, whitewashing walls and ringing doorbells in the dead of night.
Provided by French Tart
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Pre-heat oven to 350ºF/180ºC.
- Boil the potatoes, carrots, turnip and parsnip together until soft. Mash them thoroughly with a potato masher or hand held immersion blender, and then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Meanwhile, gently poach the leeks in a little water until they just lose their crispness, for about 5 minutes.
- Add the poached leeks to the potato, carrot, turnip and parsnips, and mix in the cream.
- Season well to taste, and then stir in the grated cheese, reserving some for the top; don't forget to add the ring before you transfer the entire mixture into a greased oven-proof dish! (If you want to make this in the full traditional manner!).
- Scatter the reserved cheese on top and bake until golden-brown, about 30 to 45 minutes.
- Serve piping hot.
- P.S. Warn your guests about the ring!
GREEN TOMATO CHUTNEY - TRADITIONAL ENGLISH RECIPE
My Mum used to make green tomato chutney many years ago but she lost the recipe. I have spent ages looking for a replacement recipe & this is the closest to what we remember. This recipe is adapted from one on Hidden England. I love this best with cheese sandwiches or a ploughmans salad etc. Time to make doesn't include the 'resting' times given.
Provided by Um Safia
Categories Apple
Time 1h50m
Yield 4-6 jars
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Finely chop the tomatoes, apples and onions. Put them in a bowl and sprinkle with the salt. Cover and leave somewhere cool overnight.
- Strain off the resulting salty juice and discard. Put the remains of the onion, tomato, apple mix into a pan and add the vinegar, spice, mustard, ginger and pepper. Bring to the boil and simmer for about 1½ hours, stirring occasionally. You will know when it is ready because the chutney will start to become 'thick' in texture.
- Turn off the heat and leave it in the pan to cool. Once it is at room temperature then decant it into clean storage jars, seal and put to one side for use. This can be eaten immediately after cooking, but you will find that the flavour improves if left for a few weeks in the jars before eating.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 590.6, Fat 0.8, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 5606.5, Carbohydrate 144.9, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 130.9, Protein 2.9
Tips:
- Start the Mash-o'-Nine-Sorts in the morning. This will give the oatmeal a chance to soak and soften, and the dish will be ready to eat by suppertime.
- Use a good quality oatmeal. This is the main ingredient in the dish, so it's important to use one that you enjoy the taste of.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with the ingredients. The original recipe calls for nine different ingredients, but you can add or subtract ingredients to suit your own taste.
- Serve the Mash-o'-Nine-Sorts warm. This is a hearty and filling dish that is best enjoyed when served hot.
Conclusion:
Mash-o'-Nine-Sorts is a traditional English Halloween supper that is packed with flavor and history. This hearty and filling dish is sure to become a favorite of your family and friends. So next Halloween, be sure to give this recipe a try!
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