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NewsletterPreheat the oven to 180˚C/160˚C fan/gas mark 4. Grease a 23cm tart tin with tall sides. In a bowl, toss the fruit with the juice and sugar. Stir together the cornflour and salt, then toss through the fruit and set aside. In a separate bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, salt and two tablespoons […]
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Maple sundae
Pour 25ml maple syrup into a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over a medium-high heat, keeping a close eye on it. Simmer until a drop of hot syrup crystallises in a glass of very cold water. It must still be soft enough to be elastic. In a sundae glass, layer the hot maple syrup, […]
Cakes from the year you were born
If you’re as mad about cakes as we are, have you ever wondered what cake was most popular when you were born? 1948-1956: Chiffon Cake A light, spongy cake made with eggs and fruit juice. Orange and lemon chiffon cake was the most popular for many home cooks. Better Crocker bought the recipe in 1948 […]
The craziest food laws from around the globe
Travelling this summer? Stay on the right side of the authorities with our guide to the world’s weirdest food laws! 1. Singapore Chewing gum has been banned for over 20 years. 2. France No ketchup is permitted in schools. 3. Dubai You are forbidden to eat or drink in public during the Muslim holy month […]
Strawberry sundaes
Place a scoop of chocolate ice cream into each of four glasses. Add a layer of strawberry slices, a few mini marshmallows, some chopped nuts and a drizzle of chocolate or strawberry sauce. Place another scoop of vanilla ice cream on top and repeat layers of marshmallows, nuts and sauce. Add a scoop of strawberry […]
3 ways to use leftover chocolate eggs
Giant buttons Melt some chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water, ensuring the bottom of the bowl doesn’t touch the water. Once melted, drop dollops of chocolate onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Spread the dollops out into large ‘buttons’ using the back of a spoon. Sprinkle with […]
Coconut, mango and vanilla oat crumble
Preheat the oven to 170˚C/150˚C fan/gas mark 3. Place the mangoes in a baking dish. Add the apple juice and toss to coat. Combine the remaining ingredients in a food processor or blender and pulse until it reaches a crumble texture. Spread the crumble evenly over the fruit layer. Bake in the oven for 30-40 […]
5 ways with chilli powder
Chilli peppers have been shown to reduce cholesterol and the risk of blood clots. Cultures where hot chillies are used liberally have a much lower rate of heart attack, stroke and pulmonary embolism. Chilli powder also clears sinus congestion, boosts immunity and helps to stop the spread of prostate cancer cells. Chilli and yoghurt prawn skewers Serves 2 Crush […]
The magic of Irish grannies’ kitchens…
Shannon Peare, one of Easy Food’s resident food stylists, captures the magic of Irish grannies’ kitchens.. I love nothing more than the smell of my Granny Redmond’s freshly baked brown bread or Granny Peare’s apple tart. I began my baking journey at the age of three in my granny’s kitchen, where getting to lick the […]
Caramelised banana sundaes
Melt the butter in a pan over a medium-low heat. Add the bananas and sprinkle over the brown sugar. Cook for five minutes until golden and syrupy. Sprinkle with cinnamon, if desired. Spoon the caramelised bananas over vanilla ice cream to serve.