Herbs are more than just flavour and garnish, they each have their own benefits that they bring to the table. Obviously this is a guide rather than medical or nutritional gospel, but it’s still a good place to start! Sage Improves memory function May inhibit the development of Alzheimer’s disease Beneficial for sore throats, coughs […]
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Baking with your Budding Bakers
Our mums and grannies seem to have the magic touch when it comes to baking, whether it’s bread, scones, tarts etc, they seem to have a signature bake. This all comes down to baking at a young age. Baking is an excellent way to spend time with your kids but there are so many other […]
Top 10 Food Movies for Foodies
As foodies, we love nothing more than a good food movie! Drooling over the scenes and then become ridiculously hungry! Here are some awesome food movies that you should see… Ratatouille (2007) Yes, it’s a cartoon but it still makes us hungry. It may not change our minds about having rats in a kitchen but if […]
Leek and mushroom chicken
Starting at the thicker end of each chicken fillet, use a sharp knife to cut each through its centre into two thinner cutlets. Trim away any excess fat and season both sides of the chicken pieces. Heat half of the olive oil in a large pan over a medium-high heat. Add four of the chicken […]
How to: lamb
Cuts of lamb Leg A whole leg is ideal for serving large numbers, and yields plenty of lean, tender meat. It can be divided into two joints (the fillet end has the best flavour). Shoulder Roasting joint that is inexpensive because it carries a little more fat. The bone running through the centre makes it […]
10 deadly kitchen sins
Are you guilty of any of the below? 1. Overcrowding the pan. When you’re in a hurry, it’s tempting to pile too much food into a pan or onto a baking tray. However, a packed pan generates steam, making food limp and preventing meat and vegetables from browning properly. 2. Not letting meat rest. Eating meat as […]
Lunchbox troubles: picky eaters
Although pediatric nutrition experts agree that “picky eating” is a normal rite of passage for young children, it can make meal planning a tricky task for parents eager to make sure their little ones are eating well-balanced meals. There are several reasons that children might refuse to eat new foods, or suddenly decide they don’t […]
10 deadly kitchen sins
Are you guilty of any of the below? 1. Overcrowding the pan. When you’re in a hurry, it’s tempting to pile too much food into a pan or onto a baking tray. However, a packed pan generates steam, making food limp and preventing meat and vegetables from browning properly. 2. Not letting meat rest. Eating meat as […]
How to: lamb
Cuts of lamb Leg A whole leg is ideal for serving large numbers, and yields plenty of lean, tender meat. It can be divided into two joints (the fillet end has the best flavour). Shoulder Roasting joint that is inexpensive because it carries a little more fat. The bone running through the centre makes it […]
Gooey brownie pie
Sift the flour, cocoa powder and icing sugar for the crust into a large mixing bowl. Rub in the butter until crumbly. Stir in the water until it just comes together as a dough. Shape into a disc, wrap in cling film and refrigerate for 20 minutes. Preheat the oven to 180˚C/160˚C fan/gas mark 4. […]