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A type of Italian flatbread typically seasoned with olive oil and herbs, focaccia is a flavoursome side dish which can be used in many ways. As a pizza base, a sandwich bread or as a flavoursome snack on its own, focaccia is popular all over the world. Focaccia is usually baked as a loaf sheet, […]

Butter is one of those core ingredients that most people use so quickly that it never has the chance to expire. Whether you spread it on your toast or use it in your baking, butter is a very versatile ingredient that’s usually in demand. But if you’ve bought butter in large quantities or you don’t

With a unique combination of semi-sweet and salty flavours, prawns are a popular protein that are used in many cuisines around the world. Prawns are naturally low in fat and can be eaten plain or combined with sauces, such as in a curry. They are very simple to cook but they can also be easily

If you’re looking for a warm and hearty breakfast to start the day, it’s hard to find better than a steaming bowl of porridge. Porridge can technically be made from oats, rice or any other grain that’s been cooked until it has the familiar thick, creamy texture. In practice, porridge is normally made from oats,

With a flaky crust and a creamy centre, quiche is the dish which is endlessly versatile. Whether you’re planning a lunch, have unexpected guests or just want something to liven up a salad, quiche is the answer. The best thing of all about quiche is that it freezes easily so you can always keep one

Pasta has become a firm family favourite in the UK with it gracing dinner tables daily in a variety of forms from pasta bakes and macaroni cheese to lasagne and carbonara. Pasta is cooked by immersing it into boiling water and cooking it in the water so that it absorbs the water and becomes softer.

When you’re combining ingredients for a recipe, your focus may be on what each element will add to the overall taste profile. However, it’s also important to consider how ingredients will interact with each other, and whether there’s a conflict. Dough recipes such as pizza often include both active yeast and salt, but it’s important

Every country has its own particular culinary delights, some can easily be found in other places, but others less so. Pudding mix is a well-established cupboard ingredient in the US and is used in homes all around the country. There is no “vanilla pudding mix” product available on UK shelves, but we do have an

Choosing the right oil is crucial when cooking steak. By reading our analysis of three common cooking oils (olive oil, sunflower oil and vegetable oil), you’ll be able to choose the ideal oil for every method of cooking steak.   Should You use Olive Oil to Cook Steak? Olive oil can be used to cook

Porridge has been around for thousands of years and the practise of adding milk or water to oats and cooking it is still a popular one around the world today. In some countries, porridge is a savoury dish that is eaten with vegetable toppings and spiced with savoury flavours. In the western world porridge is