How to make pasta using three methods – but last one is ‘criminal’

How to make pasta using three methods – but last one is ‘criminal’

Pasta is a dish loved by billions across the world. This simple yet flavourful dish, originally from Italy, has become a global favourite due to its versatility and ease of preparation when cooking. Now, a home cook believes he discovered three unique methods for preparing pasta in the kitchen. In a TikTok post, user @letskwoowk, … Read more

Sausage stroganoff pasta is ideal midweek lunch ready in 15 minutes

Sausage stroganoff pasta is ideal midweek lunch ready in 15 minutes

Pasta dishes are often what comes to mind when planning a speedy lunch that doesn’t require spending hours in the kitchen. This sausage stroganoff tagliatelle recipe is as quick as it is delicious and filling, taking just five minutes to prepare. With a 15-minute cooking time, this comforting meal serves four, making for the ideal … Read more

Revamp your winter menu with a roast chicken lasagne recipe

Revamp your winter menu with a roast chicken lasagne recipe

Comfort food enthusiasts will be delighted to know that there’s a new twist on the classic lasagne recipe that’s perfect for the chilly days ahead. With the arrival of winter, it’s time for hearty meals, and nothing satisfies like a hot, comforting dish. If you’re tired of the standard beef lasagne, a creative home chef … Read more

Do you keep craving bread, rice? How early humans fell in love with carbs – Firstpost

Do you keep craving bread, rice? How early humans fell in love with carbs – Firstpost

French fries, pasta, bread — we humans love carbs. But what explains this love for starchy and sugary foods? The answer might lie in ancient roots. A new study published in the Science journal on Thursday offers the first hereditary evidence for early carb-laden diets. Let’s take a closer look. The study Researchers based at … Read more

‘Amazing’ sausage and leek air fryer pasta is ready in just 30 minutes – recipe

‘Amazing’ sausage and leek air fryer pasta is ready in just 30 minutes – recipe

Comfort season is well and truly in full swing, where we’ve swapped light lunches and salads for hearty, warming meals which nourish the soul. One of the easiest meals to rustle up during the week is pasta, but did you know that you can actually cook it in an air fryer? Air fryers have become … Read more

Homemade 2 minute pasta sauce tastes ‘better than anything you can buy’

Homemade 2 minute pasta sauce tastes ‘better than anything you can buy’

It’s World Pasta Day! Since 1998, foodies around the world have celebrated the day with a warm, hearty pasta dish. But this classical Italian meal would not be as adored without the perfect pasta sauce. While many at-home cooks opt for a store-bought jar, a popular social media chef claims that her homemade five-ingredient pasta … Read more

Italians share correct way to eat spaghetti – and you don’t need spoon

Italians share correct way to eat spaghetti – and you don’t need spoon

For many, a steaming bowl of pasta is the ultimate comfort food. It’s a dish that never fails to hit the spot, with its rich flavours and satisfying texture. As World Pasta Day takes place on October 25, it’s the perfect excuse to indulge in this beloved favourite. However, it appears we may have been … Read more

Colorado’s dry chile pepper blends are a trend

Colorado’s dry chile pepper blends are a trend

Editor’s note: This is part of The Know’s series, Staff Favorites. Each week, we offer our opinions on the best that Colorado has to offer for dining, shopping, entertainment, outdoor activities and more. (We’ll also let you in on some hidden gems.) As a spicy-foods obsessive, I’ve added dozens of local hot sauces to my cabinet … Read more

Home cook’s ‘secret ingredient’ in soup recipe has everyone ‘craving’

Home cook’s ‘secret ingredient’ in soup recipe has everyone ‘craving’

It’s officially soup season with the recipes coming thick and fast – but this one has a secret ingredient which is bound to ‘feed your soul’. Taking to TikTok to show off her delicious creation, Shann, who posts as @pumpkin_bakery, said the soup was so good – and also has a secret ingredient. In the … Read more

Common pasta cooking mistake causes ‘unexpected weight gain’

Common pasta cooking mistake causes ‘unexpected weight gain’

Pasta is a go-to comfort food for many, offering a quick, hearty meal that can be both healthy and satisfying when packed with the good stuff. However, a common cooking error could be sabotaging your weight loss efforts. Personal trainer Tom Hull has revealed that many people are miscalculating their pasta portions, leading to an … Read more