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Seafood

We are lucky in Scotland to have such an abundance of gorgeous seafood on our doorstep; the North Sea offers up a bounty of deliciousness.

As such, I love creating recipes to highlight how tasty and versatile seafood and shellfish can be in making a nutritious meal. Some of my favourites include:

A nod to my love of Tapas - Gambas Pil Pil is classic, light and delightful when mopped up with fresh, crusty bread.

My sharing-style Prawn Cocktail salad, which is great for Christmas dinner or a particularly indulgent lunch for one.

If it's One Pan you're looking for, then my Prawn Alfredo could be the perfect quick and easy mid-week dinner.

Or my Lemon Cajun Salmon Pasta dish has been on regular rotation in my own house for years at this point - the perfect marriage of flavours!

  • A close-up of a plate filled with creamy pasta topped with pieces of chicken or seafood, garnished with herbs. The sauce appears rich and orange-colored, coating the wavy pasta evenly.
    Creamy Tomato Prawn Pasta (30 Minute Meal)
  • A plate of monkfish pasta: spaghetti topped with chunks of monkfish, diced tomatoes, capers, and chopped herbs, set on a wooden surface.
    Mediterranean-style Monkfish Pasta (30 Minute Meal)
  • A black skillet filled with penne pasta in a tomato-based sauce mixed with shrimp and sprinkled with grated cheese. A grater and a block of cheese are placed beside the skillet on a wooden table.
    Tomato Prawn Pasta (Prawn Arrabbiata)
  • A bowl of creamy tagliatelle pasta with prawns and chorizo, garnished with chopped parsley, sits on a wooden table with green leafy decorations in the background.
    Prawn and Chorizo Pasta
  • A cast iron skillet filled with cooked shrimp garnished with chopped herbs and paprika. A slice of lemon and two pieces of crusty bread rest on the side. The skillet is on a wooden table.
    Gambas Pil Pil (Prawn Tapas Dish)
  • Three shrimp tacos on a wooden board, filled with spicy shrimp, fresh tomatoes, shredded red cabbage, cilantro, and a dollop of sour cream. The tacos are arranged closely, showcasing their colorful toppings.
    Cajun Prawn Tacos
  • A creamy pasta dish with spaghetti and shrimp in a light-colored sauce, garnished with freshly chopped parsley and black pepper, served in a large, round red-handled pan on a wooden table.
    One Pan Prawn Alfredo
  • A black plate on grass holds a clay dish of salmon spread, garnished with dill. Its accompanied by toasted baguette slices, ribboned zucchini, and fresh greens.
    Smoked Trout Pâté
  • A salad with a base of shredded lettuce and sliced tomatoes. Topped with a creamy pink dressing, generously sprinkled with paprika. Served on a dark plate.
    Prawn Cocktail Salad (Marie Rose Sauce Recipe)
  • A black bowl filled with creamy rotini pasta topped with cooked salmon chunks and a single fresh basil leaf. The pasta is seasoned with pepper. The bowl is placed on a wooden surface.
    Lemon Cajun Salmon Pasta
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Welcome!

I’m Lauren – a 34-year-old Mum of 2 who lives in Glasgow, Scotland.

I'm a stereotypical Scot who loves haggis, swears too much (think Gordon Ramsey crossed with Nigella Lawson) and thinks Scottish tap water is the best in the world!

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  • A tray of brownies topped with Biscoff biscuits and drizzled with Biscoff spread, with wrapped Biscoff biscuits on the side, on a wooden surface.
    Biscoff Brownies (Mega Fudgy!)
  • A plate of monkfish pasta: spaghetti topped with chunks of monkfish, diced tomatoes, capers, and chopped herbs, set on a wooden surface.
    Mediterranean-style Monkfish Pasta (30 Minute Meal)
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    Mini Egg Brownies (Thick and Fudgy)
  • Close-up of chocolate creme egg brownies topped with halved Cadbury Creme Eggs, some whole Creme Eggs nearby, and a box of Creme Eggs in the background. The brownies are cut into squares and look rich and fudgy.
    Creme Egg Brownies (Ultra Fudgy Easter Recipe)

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    Italian Penicillin Soup - Comfort in a Bowl
  • A bowl of Scottish tattie soup with chunks of potatoes and carrots, served with a metal spoon on a wooden table. Slices of bread are visible in the background.
    Scottish Tattie Soup
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    Crispy Homemade Deep-Fried Chips Recipe
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    Cream of Celery Soup (30 minute recipe)

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