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Is it done yet? Top techniques to check when foods are cooked.

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 […]

Make the perfect brunch board at home!

For the pancakes, sift the flour, salt, baking powder and sugar into a large bowl and make a well in the centre. Add the eggs and milk and whisk until smooth. Add a little more milk if needed. Fold in the chocolate chips. Heat a heavy-based pan over a medium-high heat and add some butter. […]

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. […]

Boxty

Grate the potatoes (including the skins) into a bowl. Wrap the grated potato in a clean tea towel or some muslin and squeeze very well, removing as much liquid as possible. Place the grated potato in a large mixing bowl and combine with the mashed potato. Add the flour and season well. Gradually mix in […]

Easy Food’s take on healthy dinner recipes

Some healthy dinner ideas that’ll make cooking nutritious, but still delicious.

The perfect recipes to create a delicious afternoon tea at home!

We all need a little taste of luxury at the moment. Why not treat your loved ones — or yourself — to a decadent afternoon tea at home? Cinnamon sultana scone   You can’t have afternoon tea without scones! Pile ’em high with freshly whipped cream and homemade berry jam. Banana nut scones with maple butter […]

Cheesy cod with cherry tomatoes and mustard mash

Place the potato chunks into a small pan, cover with cold water and add a pinch of salt. Bring the the boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 6-8 minutes until soft. Drain very well, then return to the pan and steam dry over the heat for 1-2 minutes, shaking the pan. Mash with […]

Lemon crêpes with honey butter

Place all of the pancake ingredients in a blender and whizz until smooth. Transfer to a jug and refrigerate for 20 minutes. Beat together all of the ingredients for the honey butter until smooth. Heat a 20cm non-stick pan over a medium-high heat and swirl around a bit of butter until it starts to foam. […]

6 pancake stacks you NEED to try!

Since we’re all at home anyway this year, there’s no reason not to make this Pancake Tuesday your most extravagant yet! Read on for all the recipe inspiration you need to bring your pancakes to the next level. Buttermilk pancakes with stewed apple and pecans   This decadent combination of sweet apples, smooth caramel and […]

Be prepared for Christmas Day with these make-ahead dishes

Christmas is such a busy time that it can be easy to forget — it’s supposed to be fun! The best way to relieve some pressure is to think carefully when planning your menu. Choose at least a handful of dishes that can be made ahead of time, so that all you have to do on […]