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NewsletterPreheat the oven to 180˚C/160˚C fan/gas mark 4 and line a 20cm tin with parchment paper. Using an electric mixer, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. In a jug, beat the egg and milk together, slowly stream into the butter mixture and beat well. If the mix looks like it has […]
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Boozy bakes – A how to guide
Why bake with booze? Flavour Using spirits, beers or wine can give a subtle warmth to a dessert or cake, deepen the flavour and make it taste more sinful. To choose which alcohol to incorporate into your bake, consider your ingredients and choose a spirit that will complement them; for example, apple will pair well […]
Much s’more than a hot chocolate
1 In a large pot, heat the milk until gently simmering. Add the milk and dark chocolate and stir until melted. Pour the hot chocolate into your mug of choice. Put the whipped cream into a piping bag with a star nozzle and pipe over the top of the hot chocolate. Sprinkle on the crushed […]
How to make the perfect salad dressing every time
Homemade salad dressings are cheaper, healthier and — let’s be honest — much tastier than shop-bought versions. Whether you like a vinaigrette style or prefer a creamier dressing, read on for our so-simple step-by-step guide to creating and customising your own dressings. Vinaigrette dressing Basic recipe: 1 part acid + 3 parts oil + flavour to taste […]
Lemon posset
Warm the cream and sugar in a large saucepan over a medium heat and stir until the sugar has dissolved. Turn the heat up slightly and bring to a boil. Allow to bubble for three minutes, then remove from the heat. Leave to cool for two minutes, then stir in the lemon juice. Leave to […]
Strawberry cheesecake pastry swirls
On a lightly floured work surface, roll out the puff pastry into a rectangle measuring around 28 x 35cm. In a bowl, beat together the cream cheese, icing sugar and vanilla until well combined. Use a spatula to spread the cream cheese mixture evenly across the pastry. Scatter the strawberries over the cream cheese mixture. […]
Meringue mishaps
Something as simple as egg white and sugar can be transformed into so many beautiful desserts. Even though the ingredients may be simple, they can certainly have their problems, and you want to be confident about your meringue-making skills before running the risk of holding the bowl over your head. I’m going to run through […]
All things pastry
The perfect pastry is a fine art! Whether it’s a pie or your morning Danish with your coffee, when the pastry is done right, it can be a little slice of heaven. There is such a wide variety of pastry types out there such as shortcrust, puff, choux, filo and so on. Pastry can be […]
How to make your own Indian fakeaway
We can’t travel right now, but our tastebuds can! Use your mealtimes to transport yourself to more exotic surroundings — from the safety of your kitchen. This week, we’re craving Indian flavours… Curries Let’s start with everyone’s favourite Indian dish, good old chicken tikka masala. Find the classic version here, or check out our lighter take […]
Cake decorators tool kit
If you are as passionate about baking cakes as I am, now is the perfect time to move on to the next level…the art of cake decorating. Cake decorating can be something as simple as filling and icing a cake with buttercream or can be as complex as piping delicate flowers on the sides of […]