We share the techniques you can use to tell when these common foods are cooked. Bread: The bottom of the bread should be brown, and should sound hollow when tapped. If it’s in a loaf tin, the sides should be brown too. Cake: Put a toothpick or sharp knife in the center. If it […]
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How to use Worcestershire sauce to boost your cooking
What is Worcestershire sauce? Worcestershire sauce was invented by chemists John Wheeley Lea and William Henry Perrins in England in 1835, at the behest of a local nobleman. When they tasted the sauce, they found it horrendous, so they sealed it in a jar and left it in their basement. A few years later, they […]
20 spectacular spring dinners you need to try!
Spring is in the air. With longer, brighter days now is the time to try our 20 spectacular spring dinners. Spring chicken stew Full of fresh spring greens, this tasty recipe is the perfect one-pan wonder. Cajun lamb chops with a quick slaw Put a flavourful twist on your traditional lamb dish and […]
Biscuit stack cake by Dr. Oetker
First, make the biscuit. In a large bowl, beat together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the vanilla. Add the flour and beat together until it forms a dough. Divide the dough into three equally sized pieces. Between two large pieces of parchment, roll out the first piece of dough to […]
Spicy bean and sweet potato sliders
Preheat the oven to 200°C/180°C fan/gas mark 6. Place the sweet potatoes on a baking tray. Pierce the skins with a knife and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the potatoes have softened but are still slightly undercooked. Set the sweet potatoes aside until cool enough to handle, then peel and mash. Leave to cool. […]
Harissa salmon parcels with coconut rice
Preheat the oven to 200°C/180°C fan/ gas mark 6. Tear off four large pieces of foil or baking parchment. Place a salmon fillet in the centre of each piece. Chop the woody ends off the asparagus and place in a bowl. Pour in the coconut oil and rub it over the asparagus until completely covered. […]
Orange polenta cake
First, make the candied oranges. Heat the water and sugar in a wide pot until the sugar dissolves. Bring to a simmer over a medium- high heat and add the orange slices. Simmer for 15 minutes, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Flip the slices and continue to cook for 15-20 minutes, until the slices […]
Lemon meringue cupcakes
To make the lemon curd, place the egg yolks, sugar, lemon zest and juice and salt in a bowl set over a pot of simmering water. Whisk for about 10 minutes, until the mix becomes thick and well combined; whisk constantly to prevent curdling. Remove the curd from the heat and gradually whisk in the […]
45 of our quick and easy no-bake delights
Chocolate biscuit cake Chocolate biscuit cake is a favourite of everyone’s. The ultimate no-bake cake! Fudgy chocolate whiskey slices Served with some ice cream, fudgy chocolate whiskey slices are a great dessert option for all grown-ups. Chocolate orange pots with shortbread Indulgent and delicious, these pots have a classic combination of flavours. […]
Spectacular spinach recipes you need to try!
Spinach is such a versatile ingredient that can be added to lots of different recipes. Enjoy some more greens in your diet with our tasty spinach recipes. Goat’s cheese and spinach muffins Perfect for lunch on the go, these tasty savoury muffins are sure to be a hit with all! Chicken, spinach and tortellini […]