63 h. ago One ingredient to add to chocolate cake batter for a 'rich and moist bake'

You can improve the taste and texture of homemade chocolate cake by adding one simple ingredient to the batter, according to a pastry chef who shared the tip

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3 d. ago Add 2 ingredients to chicken curry to elevate the taste and make it creamier

Jools Oliver's recipe for this family-friendly curry was shared on her chef husband's website

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5 d. ago Milk will stay fresh for ‘3 weeks’ if you add 1 kitchen ingredient

This simple trick will prevent milk from souring for up to three weeks.

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5 d. ago Georgina Hayden’s recipe for charred gnocchi, purple sprouting broccoli and gorgonzola

Frying and grilling steers gnocchi away from their familiar doughiness and instead gives them a delicious, nutty edgeI like pre-packed gnocchi as much as the next person, but it has never been something I can get particularly excited about (I’m obviously not including handmade gnocchi in this statement, because that is heaven sent). However, frying ready-made gnocchi so they are golden and nutty on the outside, elevates them to something lighter, tastier and much more interesting. I love to finish them under the grill, to accentuate that crispness, together with the oozy sweetness from nuggets of gorgonzola. A fancy-feeling dish that is incredibly easy to throw together. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Asma Khan’s recipes for north Indian chicken curry and cabbage stir

Chicken simmered in rich, tangy blend of spices and yoghurt gravy, all set off brilliantly by a side of crunchy stir-fried cabbage and nutsThis comforting meal pairs the bold, tangy flavours of a traditional north Indian chicken curry with the aromatic crunch of a Bengali cabbage stir-fry. The distinctive flavour of achari murgh comes from its rich blend of pickling spices, all simmered gently in a spiced yoghurt gravy. It’s a dish that originates from the royal kitchens of the Begum of Bhopal in the 19th century and, as such, has always been a bit of a culinary statement – both a creative experiment and a showcase of refined taste, though, despite its unusual spice profile, the method is simple and unpretentious. The moreish crunch of the cabbage side, meanwhile, lifted by crisp cashews and warming spices, balances the chicken’s tangy richness beautifully. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago You're making pancakes wrong – add one ingredient to 'stop them sticking to pan'

A Michelin-starred chef has shared his top tips for cooking pancakes - and how to avoid them sticking to the pan. Plus, here's how to make the perfect batter too

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