How to ensure juicy chicken every time by adding one ingredient

How to ensure juicy chicken every time by adding one ingredient

You’ll never have dry chicken again with this hack. Cooking chicken isn’t exactly complicated. But whether you choose to roast it, grill it, or stick it in the air fryer, there’s always a risk that your method of cooking could cause the meat to dry out. When cooked correctly, this versatile white meat has the … Read more

Brussel sprouts will have a ‘lovely nutty flavour’ if cooked properly – never boil them

Brussel sprouts will have a ‘lovely nutty flavour’ if cooked properly – never boil them

Brussels sprouts are the most controversial dish at the Christmas table, but it turns out most of us dislike this green veggie because we have been cooking them the wrong way. It may seem easy enough to leave Brussels sprouts to boil in a pot but this is the worst way to cook them as … Read more

Nigella Lawson-approved pasta hack will save money on energy bills

Nigella Lawson-approved pasta hack will save money on energy bills

Let’s be honest, cooking pasta isn’t the hardest of tasks in the kitchen. Pasta is one of the easiest things to cook, not including whatever sauce you choose to accompany your carbohydrate. All you need to do is bring a pot of water to the boil, throw your pasta in, and cook it for however … Read more

Creamy pasta recipe is ‘quick’ to make during the week using cheap leftover ingredients

Creamy pasta recipe is ‘quick’ to make during the week using cheap leftover ingredients

Nothing is better than digging into a big bowl of pasta during the colder seasons, and it is incredibly simple to make this comfort food dish. Emily, a cook known as Emily On Toast online, has come up with a delicious creamy pasta recipe with Trewithen Dairy that is easy to make and the perfect … Read more

I made the viral broccoli cheddar soup – it’s one of the best recipes ever

I made the viral broccoli cheddar soup – it’s one of the best recipes ever

Who doesn’t love a good soup, especially when the weather is miserable outside? The changing of the seasons is the perfect time to get into the kitchen and whip up some delicious soup creations, and there’s certainly no shortage of recipes out there. The appeal of soup really lies in its simplicity. Most of the … Read more

The 5 foods you should never cook in an air fryer – ‘it can be dangerous’

The 5 foods you should never cook in an air fryer – ‘it can be dangerous’

Air fryers are a genius modern invention that have enjoyed a real moment in the culture over the last few years. Famed for being a healthier alternative to deep frying, that also uses less energy than an oven, these handy gadgets have been used for everything from baking to cooking chips. But there are a … Read more

Storing bell peppers correctly can make them last weeks – here’s how

Storing bell peppers correctly can make them last weeks – here’s how

We all want value for money when it comes to our cooking ingredients – that’s why it’s so disappointing when our fruit and vegetables become inedible before we’ve had chance to use them. Thankfully, a food blogger has revealed how to get the best out of bell peppers – claiming her technique ensures they’ll be … Read more

How to cook a ‘perfect’ poached egg without boiling it or using vinegar

How to cook a ‘perfect’ poached egg without boiling it or using vinegar

Poached eggs are a tasty breakfast staple, but many people can be put off making one at home as it is very easy for the egg to fall apart when boiling it in water. Cooking a poached egg can be difficult if the water is not at the right temperature the white will spread out, … Read more

Cooking method shows we’ve have all been cooking butternut squash wrong

Cooking method shows we’ve have all been cooking butternut squash wrong

Gourd vegetables are staples of the autumn palette, but it turns out most of us have been cooking them the wrong way. You may have accepted that pumpkin and Butternut squash are notoriously difficult to cut and prepare, primarily due to their density and tough outer skin. When it comes to squash, slicing through the … Read more

Kitchen tool that could ruin cooking and health – what to use instead

Kitchen tool that could ruin cooking and health – what to use instead

Keen chefs have been issued a stark warning by experts about a popular kitchen item that could not only ruin the taste of your food but also potentially damage your health too.  There’s nothing worse than spending hours in the kitchen preparing a meal, only for it to taste awful. This is not just frustrating … Read more