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Nutritional Values

🔥520kcal
💪12gProtein
🌾60gCarbs
🥑30gFat
🌿4gFibre
⚖️300 gServing

* Per serving · 300 g. May vary.

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Larkhall Savoury Pudding

How to order / say it
Say it Larkhall Savoury Pudding — [lark-hall sav-or-ee pud-ing]
Order I'd like the Larkhall Savoury Pudding, please.
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A local dish of layered potatoes and cheese, baked into a creamy pudding.

Why try it?

This pudding is a staple showcasing the love of hearty, comforting meals that are central to Bath's culinary culture. It embodies the community-focused spirit of Larkhall, a local neighborhood known for its food traditions.

How it tastes

The pudding offers a creamy, cheesy delight with soft potato slices blending into a rich, savory custard. Baked until golden, it carries a warm, comforting aroma that's irresistible in colder months.

Origin & History — first documented: 1910

Created in the early 20th century, Larkhall Savoury Pudding has been a community favorite at local gatherings in Bath. The use of simple, widely available ingredients reflects Bath's approach to hearty, accessible cooking.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥕 600 g potatoes
  • 🥛 200 g cheese
  • 🥛 200 ml cream
  • 🌾 50 g flour
  • 🧄 1 onion
  • 🥛 50 g butter

Method

  1. 1 Thinly slice potatoes and onions; layer in a baking dish.
  2. 2 Melt butter, mix with flour, add cream to form a sauce.
  3. 3 Pour sauce over layered vegetables and top with cheese.
  4. 4 Bake at 180°C for 40-45 minutes until golden.

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