Flahavan's Irish oats

Catherine Fulvio creates wonderful recipes using Flahavan's Irish oats

Television personality, cookbook author and owner of award-winning Ballyknocken House and Cookery School, Catherine Fulvio has teamed up with Flahavan's, Ireland's favourite porridge, to create a delicious selection of easy-to-prepare recipes using Irish oats. Catherine's recipes are sure to inspire cooks of all levels and demonstrate that oats can be used in numerous dishes and are not just for breakFASt. Each of these five recipes is specially created for home cooking and combines exciting flavours with the nutritious goodness of Flahavan's oats.

Catherine's Granola Crunch served with natural yogurt and fruit compote is a healthy choice for the entire family to enjoy. "Granola Crunch is a firm favourite with our guests at Ballyknocken House at breakFASt time, we're often asked for the recipe. This dish will also make a delicious dessert," commented Catherine.

Oat Crusted Herb Salmon Cakes are extra crunchy and loaded with goodness, perfect for a hearty family meal.

Great tasting hot or cold, Sundried Tomato, Roasted Red Pepper and Chive Tartlets with Oatmeal Pastry are a delicious way to enjoy seasonal vegetables. Catherine recommends accompanying the tartlets with a rocket, spinach and walnut salad.

Oaty Blueberry Muffins with Ginger and Pear Frosting are a favourite with the kids and are perfect for any occasion.

Catherine also created a special signature Flahavan's Porridge with Honey, Raisins and Apricots. This creamy breakfast is an essential part of any frosty winter morning, loved by all the family.

"At Ballyknocken House, we are passionate about using locally produced ingredients so working with Flahavan's oats was a real treat. Irish oats are a great ingredient to add to numerous dishes to give extra crunch and texture. And, of course, everyone knows that oats are good for you," Catherine said at the launch of the recipes.

Dolores Whelan, brand manager at Flahavan's, said: "Using oats in recipes demonstrates their versatility as an ingredient in everyday cooking. Our recipes always prove to be popular and our customers often get in touch with their own ideas for oat-based recipes."

Mary Flahavan agreed: "We are delighted with the recipes Catherine has created. Simple yet delicious, there's a dish for everyone, from breakFASt to dinner to something a little sweet. I've no doubt they will be tried, tested and enjoyed in homes nationwide."

Details for all the recipes can be found on http://www.flahavans.ie/recipes. Join Flahavan's on Facebook for the latest updates, http://www.facebook.com/flahavans.

Catherine's Sundried Tomato, Roasted Red Pepper and Chive Tartlets with Flahavan's Oatmeal Pastry Flahavan's Porridge with Honey, Raisins and Apricots