We've got just the thing to get into the spirit of Scottish Food Fortnight

<p>Scotland, a country blessed with a fascinating history, vibrant culture, glorious landscapes and, of course, fabulous food! And we&rsquo;re not just talking shortbread or haggis. During Scottish Food Fortnight which takes place from September 2 to September 17, why not indulge in some Scottish <a target='_blank'href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/smoked-salmon/asda-extra-special-mild-delicate-smoked-salmon/910002458369" target="_blank">Extra Special Smoked Salmon</a> or a slab of rich and tender Scottish vension steak.</p><p>We've picked out a few of our favourite Scottish products that are definitely worth adding to your trolley this Scottish Food Fortnight, and told you our favourite ways of eating them...</p><h2>Make a kipper dinner </h2><p>Scottish kippers used to be served for breakfast but that may not appeal to most of us now. So serve them for supper or make into a cheap but <a target='_blank'href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/kipper-pate" target="_blank">luxurious pâté</a>. Asda <a target='_blank'href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/cod-haddock-white-fish/asda-fishmongers-selection-kipper-fillets/910000366459" target="_blank">Fishmonger&rsquo;s Selection Scottish Kippers</a> are sustainably sourced and seriously tasty. Simply delicious!</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="kipper-pate__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/kipper-pate__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Indulge in some scottish Shortbread </h2><p>Shortbread is a biscuit cupboard staple and our <a target='_blank'href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/luxury-biscuits-shortbread/asda-extra-special-scottish-all-butter-shortbread-selection/910000028982" target="_blank">Extra Special Scottish Selection</a> is made in Scotland with a traditional recipe. Make them into something even more special by spreading the biscuits with mascarpone and topping with sliced strawberries. Or top them with <a target='_blank'href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/dessert-sauces-toppings-mixes/asda-extra-special-salted-caramel-sauce/910001385560" target="_blank">Extra Special Salted Caramel sauce</a> and sprinkle with toasted chopped hazelnuts. Alternatively sandwich thin lemon shortbread rounds with mascarpone mixed with lemon curd. Yum!</p><h2>Treat yourself to some scottish smoked salmon </h2><p><a target='_blank'href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/smoked-salmon/asda-extra-special-mild-delicate-smoked-salmon/910002458369" target="_blank">Extra Special Smoked Salmon</a> comes in six varieties. All the salmon is farmed off Orkney, Shetland and the West Coast of Scotland. It&rsquo;s cured with sugar and salt, then smoked in traditional brick kilns. Delicious on its own, it also adds a touch of luxury to many everyday dishes. Try adding it to scrambled egg or to a frittata with peas, new potatoes and chives. We also love it stirred into pasta with soft cheese, parsley and lemon zest.</p><h2>Try some Scottish Crab meat  </h2><p>Asda <a target='_blank'href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/frozen-seafood/asda-fishmongers-selection-part-prepared-cooked-whole-brown-crab/910002062325" target="_blank">Scottish crab meat</a> is perfect for luxurious starters or snacks. Upgrade your <a target='_blank'href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/creamy-prawn-cocktail" target="_blank">prawn cocktail starter</a> to a crab cocktail or mix the crab meat with a little finely chopped red chilli, chopped coriander, lime zest and juice and serve with <a target='_blank'href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/avocados/asda-growers-selection-large-avocado/910003101308" target="_blank">avocado</a> or on toast.</p><h2>Flavour your desserts with Raspberries</h2><p>Parts of Scotland are ideal for <a target='_blank'href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/berries-cherries/asda-growers-selection-raspberries/20384" target="_blank">growing raspberries</a>. For an easy, impressive dessert, why not try making <a target='_blank'href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/raspberry-swirl" target="_blank">this raspberry swirl</a>? It looks harder to make than it actually is as the impressive-looking stripes are created with a red sponge mixture. If you fancy a more traditional Scottish dessert, try making <a target='_blank'href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/scottish-cranachan" target="_blank">cranachan</a>. It's a classic Highlands dessert made with fresh raspberries, cream, heather honey and oatmeal. </p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/raspberryswirlHero__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Get stuck into some Haggis</h2><p><a target='_blank'href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/stuffing-black-pudding-haggis/halls-haggis/416218" target="_blank">Haggis</a> is the traditional meal for Burns Night, served with neeps and tatties (mashed swede and potatoes) and whisky. But why not eat it all year round? Make it into a lasagne &ndash; just layer lasagne sheets with haggis and chopped tomatoes, cover with white sauce and bake or make into a special Scottish-style pie &ndash; put in a pie dish with diced carrots, cover with pastry and bake. </p><h2>Snack on some Oatcakes</h2><p><a target='_blank'href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/ricecakes-oatcakes/asda-chosen-by-you-original-scottish-oatcakes/910001362284" target="_blank">Scottish oatcakes</a> make a tasty snack; keep some in your desk drawer for peckish moments. You can eat them on their own or add your favourite toppings &ndash; try <a target='_blank'href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/peanut-butter/whole-earth-crunchy-original-delicious-peanut-butter/30276" target="_blank">peanut butter</a> and <a target='_blank'href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/bananas/asda-growers-selection-organic-bananas/22746" target="_blank">sliced banana</a> or cream cheese and marmalade or paté and a gherkin. </p><h2>Tea Cakes go perfectly with a cuppa </h2><p>If you love a sweet treat, you'll love the ever-popular <a target='_blank'href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/chocolate-biscuits/tunnocks-milk-chocolate-tea-cakes/19874" target="_blank">Tunnock&rsquo;s Milk Chocolate Tea Cakes</a> and <a target='_blank'href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/chocolate-biscuits/tunnocks-milk-chocolate-caramel-wafer-biscuits/19924" target="_blank">Chocolate Wafers</a>. </p><h2> </h2><p><em>By Glynis McGuinness</em></p>

8 indulgent Scottish treats to up your foodie game

By Asda Good Living,9th September 2016

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