Food & Ingredients

When you’re looking at a recipe, it’s usually very easy to work out how much of an ingredient to add. If a dish requires 100g of butter, it’s a simple measurement that’s not open to discussion. But when it comes to pasta it’s a very different matter because of the enormous changes that it undergoes […]

Cheesy, creamy, and full of veggie goodness, cauliflower cheese is a delicious main course, snack or side dish that the whole family can enjoy. Made from lightly boiled cauliflower and a cheesy sauce, the dish can be livened up with mustard and Worcestershire sauce or kept milder for younger members of the family. A real

The evolution of the internet has meant that it’s easier than ever before to access recipes from different parts of the world. This means that cooking enthusiasts are able to discover new recipes which are commonplace in another country. The only difficulty that this new level of access throws up is the differences in ingredients.

Curries are a traditional part of Asian cuisine, but there are many different types with some more closely associated with certain regions. Panang curry comes from Thailand and Malaysia and is one of the most popular types of Thai curry, along with red curry, green curry, and yellow curry. Many people mistake red curry and

Mild, creamy, spicy, sour… there are many different flavour profiles that can be included in a curry recipe. Alongside the level of heat, the sweetness of a curry is one of the most distinguishing factors. There are some curries which are naturally sweet due to the ingredients that are included. But what can you do

Gammon is a delicious meat, but it can be too salty for some, especially when it hasn’t been prepared or cooked in a way that is designed to rid the meat of some of that excess salt. There ARE ways to reduce the saltiness of gammon, however. Try some of these salt-reducing approaches the next

Some chorizos need to be peeled while others can be peeled depending on personal preference. The paper-like wrapper that coats many chorizos is either a natural animal casing or a synthetic wrapper, formed from cellulose, plastic or other materials.   What Is Natural Casing on Chorizo Made Of? Traditionally, the casing or wrapper that surrounds

Low fat and incredibly versatile, ricotta is a type of Italian fresh cheese that can be used in a wide variety of dishes both savoury and sweet. Classed as a type of whey cheese, ricotta is smooth and creamy with a mild taste and a thicker texture. If it’s dried in the oven or cured,

Liver is one of those meats that divide people – its strong taste, rubbery texture, and potent aroma isn’t for everyone. But if you’ve got some leftover liver and you’re wondering whether it’s safe to reheat it, Let’s find out…   Reheating Liver – Yes or No? The good news is, yes, it’s absolutely fine

As a butter-based type of icing, buttercream is used for a filling or topping for all types of cakes, fairy cakes and muffins. Slightly thicker in texture, it can be used for decorating as well as layering and spreading inside. Buttercream is simple to make requiring just icing sugar and creamed butter for the classic