This is the Scottish version of “Bubble and Squeak”.  An ideal way to use up left-overs from a previous meal.

INGREDIENTS – to serve two

· 16 oz potatoes, roughly diced

· 12 oz finely shredded cabbage·

· 1 large onion, finely sliced

· About 2 oz (4 tablespoons) of butter

· About 2 oz (4 tablespoons) of grated white cheddar cheese

METHOD

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C/400°F or Gas Mark 6.

2. Boil the roughly-diced potatoes a medium sized pan.

3. Mash the potatoes evenly.

4. Shred the cabbage and slice the onion (in a food processor or by hand).

5. Place the butter in a frying pan and melt over high heat.

6. Add the cabbage and onion and turn over until coated with butter.

7. Leave for a few minutes, until the cabbage and onion wilt.  Do not brown the vegetables.

8. Add half the cheese and all the potatoes, and stir until the cheese has melted over a simmering heat.

9. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

10. Place in a serving dish and sprinkle with the rest of the cheese.

11. Place in a hot oven and bake until the cheese has melted and the top is a golden brown.