Alternative Faggots

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This is a recipe for faggots that doesn't need all the liver, belly, shoulder pork etc. Not to mention the caul to wrap it in. I appreciate this isn't a traditional recipe, but it is a nice alternative when you want something similar without the effort.

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Steps

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In a large bowl , mix together the pork , parsley , sage and leek.

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Season with salt and freshly ground pepper.

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Using your hands , shape the mixture into large , even-sized meatballs.

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Heat a little vegetable oil in a heavy-based frying pan.

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Add the faggots and let them cook without stirring until they develop a crust.

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Turn once browned on one side.

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Remove the faggots from the pan and reserve them.

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Add the onion to the pan and fry for 2-3 minutes.

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Chuck in the garlic and fry , stirring , for a further 2 minutes.

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Pour in the red wine , bring to the boil and cook briskly until reduced by half.

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Sprinkle the gravy granules into the pan and cover in hot water , mixing well.

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Bring to the boil , then return the faggots to the pan.

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Cover the pan and cook the faggots for 10 minutes until cooked through.

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Serve the faggots with smooth mashed potato.

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Ingredients

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ground pork, flat leaf parsley, sage leaves, leek, salt & freshly ground black pepper, vegetable oil, onion, garlic cloves, red wine, beef gravy granules, hot water