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Now, these are SO simple and taste so divine that people will think you have slaved over a hot stove all day, which of course you have!!!

What you will need (for 2 adults)

A good handful of white potatoes

A good handful of Jerusalem artichokes

Sprigs of: Apple mint, true Greek oregano and Curly parsley (Three herbs of your choice)

25g Butter

What to do:

Clean the potatoes and the Jerusalem artichokes, do not peel, pop both into a saucepan, cover with water and add a small pinch of salt, bring to the boil, then simmer gently until soft

Rinse the herbs and chop

Drain the potatoes and Jerusalem artichokes (You could use the water for a weed killer on the patio or as a tonic for your indoor plants, for more great gardening tips click the blue link!!)

Mash the potatoes and Jerusalem artichokes with the butter and herbs, check the seasoning and consistency of the mix once it has cooled slightly.

Heat up some cooking oil in a large frying pan. To test if the oil is hot enough, gently drop in a small piece of bread, if it sizzles straight away, you are ready to go.

Take a good teaspoon full of the mixture and drop in into your palm, squeeze gently to form a ball shape and gently lower this onto the hot oil.

Please be careful at this stage, hot oil can spit and if you get any on you rinse the area under cold water for at least 10 mins and if necessary seek medical attention. If you have a large burn, after cooling it in cold water, if you can wrap the area with plastic wrap and go straight to hospital)

Cook until golden brown then turn them over and cook the other side until golden

Serve hot or cold.