Topic: HELP please! -Vegetarian alternative to turkey -

[Malc.]

Just toying with ideas but if you want something to simply replace the turkey what about a vegetable rosti using sprouts, chestnuts, shallots, etc.?

[Domi]

A veg rosti doesn't sound too exciting though, Axe - more of an accompaniment than the main show really? I'm looking for something with a bit more of a "WOW" factor really, something that requires a bit of effort (or looks like it does ).....I just don't know what......most of the best nut roast recipes I click on lead to the same recipe, posted on different boards so I guess it must be decent (or maybe there's only one lol) I may combine that with the mushroom wellington idea though I'm waiting on commis's recipes

[Malc.]

No worries, it was just a thought. This sounds and looks rather yummy though:

http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/2958/wild-mushroom-and-port-brioche

[Domi]

lol I have that page bookmarked already, Axe ;D Great minds eh?

[commis]

Hi
Sorry I've not been back sooner,Domi have dug out recipes and most would end being served as a patie/cutlet. Not what I believe you are after,yes they can be cooked as a loaf but I keep looking back at the haggis, simple, tasty. The bbc are running this same question I believe.
Regards

[Domi]

No problem commis I've settled on a veggie wellington using a homemade mushroom pate, portobellos and a caramelised red onion "chutney" served with a lovely rich red wine and onion gravy - 'im indoors has been my guinea pig and has asked for the veggie option in favour of the xmas bird!

[commis]

Hi
Domi,room for one more? Please forward the recipe, still love the challenge to tempt the meat only people.
Regards, and a merry Christmas.

[peterandjen]

Ok, veggies...yeah. Please tell me you'll use real lard in the pastry?

[Domi]

Merry Christmas to you too commis I'll type the recipe (s) up when I get time to spit lol ;D

Ok, veggies...yeah. Please tell me you'll use real lard in the pastry?

PMSL!
Sorry, P&J....pastry is all butter......but I will be doing the roasties in goosefat there'll be dauphinoise on offer too but I'll bet a tenner he'll have a roastie lol

[peterandjen]

Mmmmm fat :-D