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NewsletterRub the butter into the flour using your fingers until the mixture resembles fine crumbs. Add the sugar and stir to combine. Add the egg yolk and water. Stir with a butter knife until the pastry comes together. Shape into a disc, wrap in cling film and place in the fridge for 30 minutes. Roll […]
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5 ways with light summer meals: fish
Pappardelle with salmon and greens Serves 2 In a food processor, combine 60g grated Parmesan, 2 garlic cloves and 2 large handfuls each of baby spinach and watercress. Turn the processor on and slowly add 300ml olive oil until the mixture becomes liquid. Season and set aside. Preheat the oven to 200˚C/180˚C fan/gas mark 6. […]
Easy ways to love your leftovers
As you know, the Easy Food test kitchen is always on the look-out for tips and tricks to make your life easier and your food tastier. Here are a few tips we’ve picked up recently to make your food go further … Today’s spiced vegetables, tomorrows quesadillas If you have leftover spiced vegetables from the Marinated […]
How to: safely dispose of grease
It should go without saying that you should never, ever pour grease, oil or fat of any kind down your drain – it will solidify, building up a layer which will eventually cause a blockage. Things to know about kitchen grease. Fat is flavour and can easily be incorporated into your cooking. Julia Child once […]
5 ways with light dinners
Simple courgette spaghetti Serves 2 Melt ½ tsp coconut oil in a large pan over a medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp ground almonds and a pinch of salt and toast for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Remove the crumbs from the pan and set aside for garnish. In the same pan, cook 4 spiralised courgettes […]
5 ways with light breakfasts
Herby eggs and tomatoes Serves 4 Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat. Halve 4 medium-sized, firm but ripe tomatoes and cook, cut side down, for 10 minutes until slightly charred. Flip the tomatoes over and sprinkle with salt, pepper and a pinch of sugar. Cook for a further […]
Home Ec: bake it beautiful
Cupcakes have become very popular in recent years. An Bord Bia (2015) surveyed consumers in the Republic of Ireland and Britain on their behaviours towards “sweet baked goods,” and found that “small cakes and slices” were the most popular, with 40% of people indicating that this was their favourite type of sweet baked good. The […]
How to: prepare a leek
Leeks are a fantastic Irish ingredient, particularly in the Winter and Spring months. They can take some preparation though, so here’s the Easy Food guide on how to prepare and enjoy this tasty vegetable! How to prepare leeks: Trim off about 2-3cm from each end (the white end with the root and the dark green […]
Easy cheesy toaster pitta pizzas
Assemble all of your ingredients. Rub the outsides of the pitta with wet hands, then place in the toaster for 45-60 seconds until puffed up but not crispy. In a small bowl, combine the tomato purée with the cream cheese and grated cheeses. Carefully slice an opening at one side of the pitta (ask an […]
3 ways with stone fruits
Grilled peaches with whiskey brown butter Serves 4 Place 60g butter in a saucepan set over a medium heat. Allow it to melt, then foam. After 2-3 minutes, the foaming will subside and the butter will have browned. Remove the pan from the heat and, standing back, carefully add 60ml whiskey. Stir in 100g brown […]