Skirlie (scottish Oatmeal And Onions)

Total Time: 35 mins Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 4 ounces bacon fat (may substitute vegetable oil) or 4 ounces beef suet (may substitute vegetable oil)
• 2 onions, finely chopped
• 4 -6 ounces chicken stock
• 8 ounces old-fashioned oatmeal, lightly toasted (do not use instant or quick-cooking oats)
• salt and pepper

Recipe

• 1 melt the fat or heat the oil in a large frying pan.
• 2 add the onion and cook until soft and golden.
• 3 add the oatmeal and mix in well.
• 4 cook for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
• 5 add the stock and allow it to be absorbed by the oatmeal.
• 6 season well and serve with light creamy mashed potatoes.
• 7 (skirlie may also be used as a stuffing for any kind of game bird or poultry. it is also a very good accompaniment to rich meaty and gamy stews).