Tomatoes are a household staple and Brits eat 500,000 tonnes every year, but it is a notoriously difficult food to keep fresh. It can be annoying when tomatoes go begin to spoil only after a few days after being bought, but this is because most people do not know the correct way to store them. … Read more
Do you ever get tired of cooking the same old thing for dinner? How about trying a brand-new recipe from chef Jamie Oliver? This time it is a herby steak and crispy potatoes with green pesto, mixed-colour tomato salad and crushed pistachios. According to the chef’s website, it’s “inspired by pistou, a beautiful French condiment … Read more
Baking can often be a complicated task, but there’s no need for it when it comes to cheesecakes, especially no-bake recipes. This particular no-bake cheesecake is rich, creamy, and irresistible – the hardest part is waiting for the dessert to set. Taking just 15 minutes to put together, this recipe consists of a simple press-in … Read more
Mozzarella, for instance, should be kept in its plastic wrap or brine and enjoyed within a week of opening. For optimal storage in the refrigerator, wrap the soft cheeses in a layer of parchment or wax paper, followed by a loose layer of foil—unless they’ve already been wrapped in cheese paper by your cheesemonger (which, … Read more
Bananas are known for having a short life span and going brown before their time, but you can keep them fresher for longer by storing them in the fridge. It has often been a misconception that bananas need to be kept out of the fridge as it causes the skin to go black or brown, … Read more
Instructions Combine the flour and a level teaspoon of sea salt in a large bowl, creating a well in the centre. In a jug, dissolve the yeast in 300ml of lukewarm water and let it sit for a few minutes. Gradually pour this mixture into the well, incorporating the flour from the edges to form … Read more
Ingredients 4 sheets filo pastry 200g feta cheese ½ a bunch of (10g) marjoram 25g shelled unsalted pistachios runny honey, to serve Instructions Begin by laying a sheet of filo pastry on a damp tea towel, then lightly brush it with olive oil. Crumble a quarter of the feta onto one side of the pastry, … Read more
New research shows that certain additives found in common ultra-processed foods could increase the risk of type 2 diabetes. Emulsifiers, a group of ‘E numbers’, are often found in certain products such as cakes, ice cream, mayonnaise and even bread. Over 100,000 adults’ diets were monitored by scientists from The French National Institute of Health … Read more
There is nothing better than comfort food on a cold rainy day, and baking a chicken pie is easier than you think as long as you have the right recipe. Jamie Oliver has shared his chicken and mushroom pie recipe in his cookbook Simple One Pan Wonders which is made with a creamy sauce and … Read more
Baked potatoes are a beloved dinner staple and can be enjoyed with numerous toppings or just one their own with a generous serving of butter. Knowing exactly how to reheat a spud when in a rush is key to keeping its best qualities – a fluffy interior and slightly crispy skin. For the quickest way … Read more
