- Scotch broth
Scotch
broth is a fillingsoup , originating inScotland but now obtainable world wide. The principal ingredients are usuallybarley , stewing or braising cuts ofbeef or - more authentically - lamb, and rootvegetable s such ascarrot s,turnip s or swedes. Greens - particularlycabbage and leeks can also be added, usually towards the end of cooking to preserve flavour and texture. Dried pulses are often used too, along with the traditional barley. The proportions and ingredients vary according to the recipe or availability.Scotch broth is often sold ready-prepared in cans. As with many slow-cooked composite dishes, it is often claimed to taste even better when re-heated.Fact|date=September 2008
Victorian recipe
From the 1881 "
Household Cyclopedia " (U.S. units of measure)::Set on the fire 4
ounce s ofpearl barley , with 6quart s of salt water. When it boils skim it, and add what quantity of saltbeef or freshbrisket you choose, and a marrow-bone or afowl , with 2 pounds of either lean beef or mutton, and a good quantity of leeks,cabbage s, or savoy, or you may useturnip s,onion s, and gratedcarrot s; keep it boiling for at least 4 or 5hour s, but, if afowl be used, let it not be put in till just time enough to bring it to table when well done, for it must be served separately.See also
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Lancashire hotpot
*Irish stew
*Scouse (food) External links
* [http://www.virtualscotland.co.uk/scottish_recipes/scottish_recipe_003.htm Scotch Broth Recipe]
* [http://www.scottishrecipes.co.uk/scotchbroth.htm Recipe and photograph for Scotch Broth]
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