A gardening expert has divulged a clever trick for cultivating an endless supply of basil at home, sparing you the expense at the supermarket. Simon Akeroyd, a seasoned gardener and author, has illustrated precisely how to achieve this feat. Brandishing a plastic packet of basil, akin to those found on supermarket shelves, Simon provided a … Read more
A doctor has shared a clever kitchen trick that promises to make slicing onions a breeze, sparing you the tears and frustration. We’ve all been there, in the midst of preparing a hearty meal, only to be interrupted by the need for a tearful time-out when slicing onions. But fear not, as Dr Joe – … Read more
Most of us have probably chopped an onion at some point in our lives without too much trouble. However, a recently shared “genius” hack has made cutting onions easier than ever imagined. Many people use a vegetable peeler to remove the skin from their vegetables, but did you know it can also be used for … Read more
Tired of getting a paltry amount of juice from your lemons? Fear not, for a TikTok culinary expert revealed a simple method that will guarantee you get more value for money from your citrus fruits. Whether your squeezing your lemons by hand or using a juicer, be sure to follow the advice that will only … Read more
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
Lettuce is a great summer staple in many people’s fridges as it can be added to burgers, salads or sandwiches. However, often, many people don’t get to finish the lettuce because they can go off within a couple of days. Whether purchasing romaine, iceberg or sweet gem, all lettuce has a very short shelf-life. I … Read more
A woman has shared her “life-saving” storage hack that stops food going bad – and it only needs one simple ingredient. While a squeeze of zesty lemon can add a splash of extra flavour to your meal, it can also be a bit wasteful if you don’t make the most out of the fruit. However, … Read more
It works for herbs like rosemary, sage, thyme, and oregano. Softer herbs like mint, basil and dill don’t keep as well with this method. You’ll need an ice cube tray, as well as olive oil or your favourite cooking oil. Remove the herbs from the stalk and roughly chop them into pieces. Place the herbs … Read more
Bananas release a gas called ethylene which is what makes it ripen. That gas is released by the stems, so wrapping them up slows the release of ethylene. Another way to keep them ripe is by submerging them in water. In water, the bananas are not exposed to oxygen, which speeds up ethylene production. Placing … Read more
