Mum’s ‘ridiculously better’ method for fluffy rice shows we’ve all been cooking it wrong

It has often been hotly debated whether rice should be boiled or steamed, but it turns out there is an even better way to cook it. Most people may feel confident that the best way to cook rice is in a pot on the stove, but it is actually easier and more delicious to bake … Read more

Three ‘easy’ cooking tips for peeling garlic shows we have all been preparing it wrong

Old School Method  Next, Ronica showed how to do the ‘old school’ garlic peeling technique which is best done if using only one garlic bulb. She said: “Just lay your garlic down, press down with a knife and give it a gentle smack. Once you hear that skin crack, the peel comes off very easily.” … Read more

How to poach the perfect ‘oval’ egg, according to Mary Berry

A hankering for poached eggs can be a nuisance for those who haven’t mastered the art of cooking them. The soft texture makes them fragile and breakable, plus so easy to under-cook in an attempt to secure a runny yolk. But according to British chef and baking expert Mary Berry, there is a way to … Read more

Cooking ‘top tip’ shows we have all been making baked potatoes wrong

Save time cooking dinner as it turns out there is an even easier way to make baked potatoes. Baked potatoes are known as a simple enough meal, as all you have to do is place them in the oven, but the only downside is that they take an hour or even longer to perfectly cook. … Read more

How to make a ‘perfectly poached egg’ that won’t fall apart

Eggs are nutritious and versatile making them a great addition to any meal – whether it be breakfast, lunch or dinner. While they tend to be easy to fry, boil, and scramble, the cooking process is more complex when it comes to poaching them. Many people struggle to get a poached egg just right, with a … Read more

‘Incredible’ roast potato secret shows we have been cooking them ‘wrong’ the entire time

There is nothing better than crunchy roast potatoes, and it turns out there is a simple way to make them even crispier. If you have ever made a roast dinner then you may have your own recipe for making the best roast potatoes, but one chef has shared there is one ingredient you need to … Read more

‘Super easy’ cooking method shows we have all been cooking broccoli wrong

Broccoli seems like a simple enough vegetable to prepare, but it turns out that most of us have been cooking it the wrong way. After spending years preparing dinner, you may feel confident that you know how to cook this green veggie, but you are not meant to cut it up before you begin boiling … Read more