And that means steering clear of the microwave. Apart from the fried, once-crispy, dish turning soggy, reheating whole Scotch ...

A gastropub staple and a popular picnic food in the UK, Scotch eggs are like those geodes that fascinated us in middle school. On the outside, their crispy brown crusts look unassuming.

Scotch eggs are easier to make than you might expect and are so much better for being freshly cooked. James served this homemade scotch egg as part of a posh picnic at Crom Castle along with a ...

On that list is this one from Clare Doggart and Sarah Haggie, to help you make that type of delicious, fresh scotch egg which you get at lovely events, but will never, ever find at a supermarket. Put ...

Homemade Scotch eggs are a world away from shop bought versions. They're worth the effort for a special picnic treat. Place the eggs, still in their shells, in a pan of cold salted water.