Friday Food: Some real home comfort food

Gareth Mullins talks through a new cake recipe from Italy. Its a simple apple and sponge bake that would be brilliant for breakfast or on a sunny afternoon with a cup of tea. 

You know the building, you know the gates and maybe some of the TDs and Senators .But what actually goes on behind the doors in Leinster House. Gavan Reilly takes us behind the scenes in his new book ‘The Secret Life of Leinster House’. 

There is plenty of sporting action this weekend with the final round of premier league fixtures, the UEFA women’s champions league final, and the Football, Hurling and Camogie championships continuing across the weekend .Cathal Mullaney brings us all the sporting action. 

Paula's recipe for Duck and Parsnip Hash with Garlic Mushrooms and Egg 

Pears make the perfect partner to pork. Add some ginger for sweetness and spice and serve with lentils for a satisfying autumn meal. Plus Allegra gives her tips on how to cook the perfect pork chop. 

Perfect recipes for using leftover ham, roasties and vegetables. 

It’s time for ribs and watermelon because summer is (almost) here.  That means it’s also time for Dr. Nedd to share some more (relatively) healthy recipes.  Dr. Nedd will share:Refreshing summer drink recipes.Tasty side-dish recipes.Main-dish recipes.And, of course, some great de ... Show More

Paula cooks up mushroom and sausage stuffed chicken with miso-smashed potatoes with parmesan 

Our first ever cooking episode making Parmesan crusted pork chops, smothered green beans and churro cheesecake 

Rachel Allen shows Jane Garvey how to cook seven minute chicken noodle soup.