Baking is one the most scientific parts of the cooking world. Not enough baking powder will result in a flat sponge. Too much flour? Your cookies will be like bricks. It’s important to understand your ingredients when it comes to baking. The baking aisle in the supermarket can be quite daunting, especially with so many […]
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8 tempting traybake recipes
Here are eight of our favourite traybake recipes you can try while we’re all keeping our distance from each other.
Perfect recipes for when you’re baking for one during quarantine
Baking often means to share delicious creations with people you care for. But during self-isolation that can be difficult since we’re all keeping our social distance.
The best recipes for quarantine baking
Perfect your baking skills the next few weeks with these recipes perfect for the type of baker you are.
Buttermilk batch bread
Mix the flour and salt in a clean bowl. Crumble the yeast into the flour, then add the buttermilk. If you are using buttermilk directly from the fridge, you will find that the bread will take longer to prove. This isn’t a bad thing; the longer the bread proves, the more the flavour develops. However, […]
Shepherdless pie
Place the dried mushrooms in a bowl, cover with boiling water and leave to soak for 15 minutes. Drain the mushrooms, reserving their soaking liquid Place the potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to the boil, then simmer for 10-15 minutes until soft. Drain and leave to cool slightly Mash the […]
How to stock up on pots and pans on a budget
If you’re stocking your new kitchen on a budget, don’t feel as though you have to buy everything at once. These are the most important pots and pans you’ll need to start out; everything else can follow. Cast iron pan Any time you want intense heat that lasts, the cast iron pan is your pan […]
Enjoy a delicious Valentine’s Day at home
Here are our favourite Valentine’s Day recipes to spoil that special someone in your life.
Strawberry and oat cereal bars
Preheat the oven to 180˚C/160˚C fan gas mark 4. Line the bottom of a 20cm square baking tin with parchment paper and spray with cooking spray for easy removal. In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, flours, oats, honey, brown sugar, cinnamon and salt. Mix until just combined and crumbly. Scoop out around one […]
3 ways to make your basic chilli recipe extra amazing
If like us, chilli happens to be one of your favourite comfort foods, then you’re in for a treat! Here are our ultimate chilli tips and tricks, topping and serving suggestions, along with three of our favourite recipe variations. Feel like you’ve mastered our basic chilli con carne recipe? Go ahead and try one of […]