Transform old fruit into sweet treat that ‘lasts for months’

Transform old fruit into sweet treat that ‘lasts for months’

A green-fingered home cook has claimed that Brits are missing out on a tasty treat by discarding their kitchen scraps. Joseph Clark is encouraging others to follow his example and utilise over-ripe fruit in a way that can be preserved and savoured for months. On his Instagram account @joesgarden.official, he shows how to transform old … Read more

Find out how long your fruit and veg will stay fresh with supermarket hack

Find out how long your fruit and veg will stay fresh with supermarket hack

Experts have revealed the clever way you can make sure the fruit and vegetables you buy at the supermarket stay fresher for longer. A number of UK supermarkets removed ‘best before’ dates over the past couple of years, it can be tricky to know just how long food will last at home. To help you … Read more

Man shares ‘mind-blowing’ hack to stop pasta water from boiling over

Man shares ‘mind-blowing’ hack to stop pasta water from boiling over

A clever man has left social media gobsmacked with his brilliant method to stop boiling pasta water from spilling over. We’ve all been there. One moment you’re keeping an eye on the bubbling pot, and suddenly, you’re in a frenzy trying to tackle any overflow. Sure, turning down the heat might be the usual fix, … Read more

‘I’m a cook – this simple hack will give you creamy mashed potatoes’

‘I’m a cook – this simple hack will give you creamy mashed potatoes’

A culinary expert has divulged her secret to achieving the perfect creamy mashed potatoes, and it surprisingly doesn’t involve boiling them in water. Mashed potatoes are a staple comfort food during the chilly winter months, yet many struggle to master the desired creamy consistency. For years, countless home cooks have been unwittingly making do with … Read more

Make soft boiled eggs with two-minute method – no boiling needed

Make soft boiled eggs with two-minute method – no boiling needed

Eggs are the quintessential breakfast food, and it seems that even after all this time, we’re still finding innovative ways to prepare them. Bypassing the traditional saucepan of boiling water, chef Sam Stern demonstrates a groundbreaking method for achieving the perfect boiled eggs. The culinary expert has made waves by revealing that boiled eggs needn’t … Read more

How to keep potatoes fresh for six months without spouting

How to keep potatoes fresh for six months without spouting

Potatoes are a nutritious and ever-present ingredient that can be used to add flavour and texture to many dishes. Previously, experts warned against storing potatoes in the fridge, because reports highlighted the potential health risks of keeping them at low temperatures. The Food Standards Agency explained the particular risk was the formation of Acrylamide, which … Read more

Jamie Oliver shares ‘game-changing’ hack for a popular fridge item

Jamie Oliver shares ‘game-changing’ hack for a popular fridge item

Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver has revealed a ‘game-changing’ tip for a common fridge staple, which he says he ‘always’ purchases frozen. The issue with vegetables is that they often go unused or spoil too quickly. Jamie’s top pick from the freezer section? Spinach. He opts for frozen over fresh to ensure it keeps longer and … Read more

I make the world’s weirdest recipes like onion coffee and pizza soup – they sound disgusting but often taste delicious

I make the world’s weirdest recipes like onion coffee and pizza soup – they sound disgusting but often taste delicious

THIS food vlogger has sent social media users into a frenzy with his eyebrow-raising food combinations that sound absolutely disgusting. Dubbed the “Singapore Foodie”, Calvin Lee has claimed viral fame on the internet after posting hundreds of appalling food combination videos on Instagram. 3 Lee trying a glass of Coke with cloves of garlicCredit: X/Twitter … Read more

‘World’s best jacket potato recipe’ has just 4 really simple ingredients

‘World’s best jacket potato recipe’ has just 4 really simple ingredients

The “best recipe” for scrumptious, comforting baked potatoes requires just four simple ingredients, a food blogger has revealed. Ali, a long-time foodie and creator of the recipe website Gimme Some Oven, offers top tips on jazzing up the traditional British staple. Here’s what you’ll need. According to Ali, one type of potato stands out above … Read more

Potatoes stay fresh weeks longer without rotting if stored in one key area

Potatoes stay fresh weeks longer without rotting if stored in one key area

With a cold snap currently sweeping the UK, people are likely starting to think about those winter warming comfort meals – soups, stews and roasts. All of these comfort classics share one common feature – potatoes. But there’s nothing worse than going to rustle up a cosy evening meal to find that your potatoes have … Read more