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Candy cane meringues

Preheat the oven to 110˚C/90˚C/gas mark ¼. Line two baking trays with tin foil. In a large glass or metal mixing bowl, beat the egg whites, salt and cream of tartar until the mixture forms soft peaks. Gradually add the sugar, continuing to beat in bit by bit until the mixture forms stiff peaks. When […]

Huevos rancheros

Boil the potatoes for 6-7 minutes and drain. Heat the oil in a large frying pan over a gentle heat. Cook for a few minutes until softened.  Add the potatoes and continue cooking until the potatoes start to crisp. Add the paprika, garlic, sweetcorn and chilli and continue cooking for 2-3 minutes. Pour in the […]

red velvet Yule log

Preheat the oven to 190°C/170°C fan/gas mark 5. Line a 35 x 24cm Swiss roll tin with parchment paper. Whisk the eggs and Siúcra caster sugar together until it reaches the ribbon stage. Sieve the flour and cocoa powder together in a medium bowl. Carefully fold the dry ingredients and enough of the colouring gel […]

Catherine Fulvio’s Christmas tips

Catherine Fulvio knows a thing or two about putting together a delicious Christmas spread that’s all about spreading cheer — not chores! She’s partnered with Siúcra to share her best advice on how to keep the magic in festive entertaining. What are your top tips for surviving the busy Christmas cooking season? Plan ahead: buy […]

Warm prawn cocktail

First make the mayonnaise. Crush the garlic to a paste with a good pinch of salt, then thoroughly combine in a bowl with the egg yolks, mustard, vinegar and some pepper. Combine the oils in a jug, then slowly start whisking into the egg mix, a few drops at a time to start with, then […]

Fantastic tips for fondant

Fondant icing is a fantastic and fun way to decorate cakes, but it does take some getting used to! Here are some of our best tips from the Easy Food Test Kitchen to inspire your creativity… Getting started While you are learning, it is best to use the ready-to-roll fondant available at cake supply stores. […]

5 ways with leftover sprouts

Sprout and sweet potato breakfast hash Serves 2 Peel and chop 2 sweet potatoes. Place in a bowl, cover with cling film and microwave on high for five minutes until tender. Uncover and allow to cool a little. Meanwhile, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a non-stick pan over a medium heat and cook 1 […]

Tips on catering for vegetarians

Cooking for a group means planning in advance, and if the group includes vegetarians that rule still stands true. Just remember these tips in advance, and it won’t be any more stressful than any other evening! If you’re using duck or goose fat to roast your potatoes, remember to make a separate batch using oil. […]

How to: cover a cake with fondant

Fondant is a fantastic way to decorate cakes – especially at Christmas – and make yours stand out from the crowd. Here’s a few tips on how to get started! Step 1 Place a cooled cake on a large plate and measure its diameter. Step 2 Roll out a ball of marzipan on some greaseproof paper […]

Frozen chocolate mousse

In a small bowl, stir the espresso powder and hot water together until dissolved. Place the chopped chocolate in a large microwave-safe bowl and add the condensed milk, espresso, vanilla and salt. Stir together, then microwave on high for 1-2 minutes until melted, stopping to stir every 20 seconds. The mixture will form a thick […]