Caitríona Redmond: My chicken soup is good for the soul — especially with these herb dumplings

Plus: "Keep an eye out on the specials and bargains to be had at this time of the year and you will easily have a full pantry by the time the Christmas holidays roll around."

This is a comforting and filling recipe inspired by my travels in Northern Italy. Use the leftovers from a roast chicken dinner for this recipe.

Now that Halloween is over, I’m slowly adding bits and pieces to my stash for December, two items per week. 

If you can do this rather than a big shop at the end of December you will save yourself a lot of time and effort, never mind money.