Chillies are a staple ingredient in the kitchen, especially in many Asian recipes. I love adding chillies to recipes, whether it’s a fresh one, dried flakes, or as a hot chilli sauce. As I use so many, I started to wonder how easy it would be to grow my own chillies at home. I loved …
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Whether you’ve just bought your first soup maker or you’re thinking about upgrading, this guide will answer the most common questions about how to use them. I’ve been testing and cooking with soup makers since 2014, and in that time they’ve come a long way. Many models now come with extra functions like sautéing, blending, …
Although shop bought stock can be a useful kitchen cupboard standby, and today’s supermarkets do now offer healthier options, it is still worthwhile knowing how to make chicken stock at home. Personally, most of the time I do use ready made stock, but for those occasions when I am inclined to make my own stock, this …
The quality of the ingredients you use can make all the difference in the soup that you make. Although we know that soup makers produce amazingly flavoursome soup, they can’t work magic if you’re not using the best ingredients. Some ingredients might seem expensive at first glance, but they should be considered an investment for …
Thanks to today’s powerful and high speed blenders, making smoothies at home is simple and fast. We can easily throw in all kinds of ingredients, from frozen fruit, to nuts and seeds. We can be confident that the blender will work it’s magic, and produce a smooth lump free meal in a cup. But did …
Our love affair with the world’s most favourite fruit shows no signs of slowing down. According to Banana Link, in Britain, we eat over five billion bananas each year. That’s a lot of bananas. Why We Love Bananas Bananas are probably one of the most versatile fruits we have available. Depending on your tastes, and what …