Place the rhubarb in a saucepan over a medium heat. Stir in the sugar and water, then cover with a lid. Cook for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rhubarb has completely broken down. Leave to cool. Add half of the compote to the bottom of serving glasses. Add a layer of whipped cream, then […]
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Summer berry eton mess tart
Preheat the oven to 120 ̊C/100 ̊C fan/gas mark 1⁄2 and line two baking trays with non- stick parchment paper. For the meringues, whisk the egg whites in a large, clean bowl until they begin to form soft peaks. Whisking constantly, add one tablespoon of caster sugar at a time. Continue adding the sugar until […]
5 tasty ways to use your leftover Easter chocolate
It’s the time of year where chocolate is available in abundance – which provides the perfect opportunity to get creative! If you fancy something a little more exciting than working your way through a stack of shells, then we’ve got plenty of inspiration to get you started. Whether cooking with the kids, planning ahead for […]
Pistachio macarons
Line two baking trays with non-stick parchment paper. Place the ground almonds, pistachios and icing sugar into a food processor and blend for 15 seconds. Sieve the mixture into a large bowl. Separate the egg whites and discard the yolks. Pour the egg whites into a large, grease-free mixing bowl. Whisk until it forms soft […]
Christmas pavlova
Preheat the oven to 180̊C/160̊C fan/gas mark 4. Use an electric whisk to beat the egg whites in a clean, dry mixing bowl for a few minutes until foamy. Gradually beat in the caster sugar for a few minutes until stiff peaks form and the mixture is thick and glossy; when you remove the whisk, […]
Chocolate baked Alaska
1 Line a pudding bowl with two layers of clingfilm, leaving enough hanging over the edge to cover the sides. 2 Scoop the ice cream into the bowl. Fold the excess clingfilm over the top and press down with your hands to compress the ice cream and remove any air holes. Place the bowl in […]
How to get Christmas right: our ultimate easy guide
From festive bakes and edible gifts to the big feast, we’ve pulled together all the answers, tips, recipe inspiration and advice you need for a delicious and stress-free Christmas. Planning This month-long checklist will see you through December and ensure you’re prepared for the big day! Looking for some homemade decorations to get things […]
10 showstopper cakes for a magical Christmas
Don’t have any idea what to bake? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with 10 of our favourite showstopper Christmas cakes.
6 diabetic-friendly desserts
As a diabetic you’re often told to stay away from sugary foods, which can make choosing a dessert option pretty tricky. Either you skip the sweet course altogether or go for the bland and boring fruit salad. That’s why we’re here to set you straight, and give you some deceptively delicious diabetic-friendly dessert options! Banana, […]
The 30-day meal plan for easy dinner planning
Tired of trying to decide what to cook for dinner? We’ve got you covered this month with our one-month dinner menu, complete with a few sweet treats along the way! Week 1 Day 1 Monday For something creamy, cheesy and comforting try this gorgeous chicken, bacon and spinach fettuccine alfredo. Day 2 Tuesday For a light […]