Busy week

I can't believe it's Friday already!  Been a busy one working doing the baking since Wednesday so a few early starts for me.  Another early one tomorrow then off on Sunday.  The Woo and I are having a day away from everyone with a little 'barbie a deux' at some point.  We've had a lot on recently so it will do us good!

Arthur over for roast chicken supper and he's staying the night.  Cath has just popped in and is staying as well.  It gets a bit like that in this house so we always cater for more than we need just in case.

With the chicken I'm doing a creamed leek and sweetcorn dish.  I have made creamed leeks loads of times and a while ago decided to add some sweetcorn due to its affinity with chicken.  It works an absolute treat!

In a pan soften as many leeks (finely sliced) as you think you'll need in quite a bit of butter and some olive oil.  I usually do this well in advance and then set aside to warm through prior to serving.  I always use sea salt and white pepper to season as I think black pepper a little harsh in this case.  When nearly ready to serve reheat and add a small tin of sweetcorn, cook for a minute or two and then add as much single cream as your heart can take.  Stir together for literally two minutes more until hot and gloopy.  Done and dusted.

Prior to the cream obviously!

Try adding chopped mint instead of sweetcorn with lamb.  Lovely and fresh.

The Woo has also insisted on Yorkshire puddings so best crack on and get stuff done.