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The Brackenrigg Inn

Watermillock, Ullswater, Penrith,
Cumbria CA11  0LP
Tel: +44 (0) 17684 86206
Fax: +44 (0) 17684 86945
 E-mail:  enquiries@brackenbrigginn.co.uk 
Web:  www.brackenrigginn.co.uk  

 

A warm welcome awaits you at the Brackenrigg Inn, an 18th century coaching inn, which overlooks Lake Ullswater and enjoys stunning views of the lake and surrounding fells. Our award winning cuisine is available either in the restaurant or in the cosy, traditional bar with its wooden beams and open fire. We are located in the Lake District National Park just 6 miles from Penrith.  

We have established a growing reputation for fine food, at reasonable prices, prepared daily by our team of chefs from fresh local produce and have been awarded a rosette by the AA.
 
For more details and sample menus, please visit our website.

Phillip Clarke - Head Chef

Chef's Choice:   Cumbrian Cassoulet

Cumbrian Cassoulet- The Brackenrigg Inn

Ingredients

250gms Onions
250gms  Carrots
50gms  Celery
1 tbsp  Tomato Puree
3 cloves  Garlic
800gms  Chopped Tomatoes (skinned)
800gms  Haricot Blanc Beans (pre soaked)
1 bunch  Thyme
1  Bay Leaf
4 Duck Legs (confit)
8 good quality Cumberland Sausages
25mls  Dry White Wine
Salt and Pepper
Breadcrumb chopped with Rosemary/Sage/Parsley
Olive Oil

Method

1. Peel carrots/onions/celery and cut into 1cm chunks.

2. Put 2tbls olive oil into a large pot, when it is hot add the diced vegetables and mix with wooden spoon. (Do not let them colour).

3. Add the garlic, thyme and bay leaf, tomato puree and mixed beans.

4. Pour on wine and bring to the boil.  Turn down and simmer for 5 mins.

5. Add chopped tomatoes and sausages and cover with water and cook for 30 minutes.

6. Add duck legs and seasoning and continue cooking for a further 15 mins.

7. Before serving, top with the breadcrumbs and mixed herbs and grill until golden brown.

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