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How to: cover a cake with fondant

Fondant is a fantastic way to decorate cakes – especially at Christmas – and make yours stand out from the crowd. Here’s a few tips on how to get started! Step 1 Place a cooled cake on a large plate and measure its diameter. Step 2 Roll out a ball of marzipan on some greaseproof paper […]

How to: make a gingerbread house

Making a gingerbread house is a great way to get into the Christmas period. If there are kids in the house, they’re guaranteed to love decorating. You’ll need the following cardboard cut-outs: Two 13cm x 19cm rectangles (roof) Two 11.5cm x 16cm rectangles (side walls) Two 16cm x 19cm rectangles (front and back) – each […]

How to: make ready-to-eat edible gifts

Edible gifts are a fantastic way to show your appreciation for someone at Christmas. They’re fun to make; show that you’ve put in some extra thought and care; and they get a super tasty treat at the end, what’s not to love? Here’s a few of the Easy Food team’s favourite edible gifts to make, […]

How to: leverage your seasonal leftovers

Leftovers are one of our favourite parts of Christmas season, and we love trying out new ways to use them up! Check out this collection of inside advice from the Easy Food offices on how to make the most of your Christmas dinner! Using your Christmas leftovers: Re-use Christmas staples: Turkey, ham, chicken, and vegetables […]

What you need to know about stuffing a turkey

Stuffing is an integral and important (and tasty) part of a Christmas dinner, but there are pros and cons to stuffing the cavity of your turkey. We’re collected them all here, so you can make an informed decision about how to prepare your stuffing this year.   Pros to stuffing the turkey cavity Stuffing placed […]

How to: make glazes for ham

Glazed ham is a classic dish at many tables over the Christmas period, but that doesn’t mean you have to be limited to traditional flavours for the glaze! Here’s 5 ideas for unusual and delicious glazes that will make your ham stand out! Maple mustard ham Poaching liquid: Water Aromatics: Black treacle + cloves + […]

From the Butcher’s Block: ten more turkey tips

Preparing a Christmas turkey can be intimidating, even for experienced chefs. If you’re worrying a bit, then the more you know in advance, the better off you’ll be. We spoke to expert local butcher Michael Fleming to find out what he thought the top turkey tips were… Is it safe to freeze a turkey? If […]

On your marks… get set… read these tips for starters!

For special occasions, a starter is a fantastic way to treat your guests — and yourself — to an extra dish, one which gets the appetite going for the evening ahead. So, to start you off in planning your evening, here are a few tips! Tips for making starters: If you’re feeling the pressure of […]

Need-to-know tips for gluten-free baking

Whether you’re following a gluten-free diet yourself or will be cooking for someone who is, check out these handy tips so you can be sure that your culinary creations can be enjoyed by all. Gluten-free baking tips: One of the biggest concerns with gluten-free baking is cross-contamination and the use of ingredients with hidden gluten. […]

What you need to know about three dried fruits

What’s the difference – raisins/currants/sultanas. These three dried fruits are often speckled through Christmas recipes and it leaves one to wonder, what is the difference between them? Are they interchangeable, or should you have all three stocked in the cupboard? Raisins Raisins are dried grapes, specifically dried white-fleshed grapes. These grapes have green skins and […]