28 h. ago 6 quick and easy laundry hacks you'll wish you knew sooner, from a self

To help you feel less overwhelmed and get you excited to put on your next wash, we asked online cleaning expert Laura Mountford to share six user-friendly laundry tips.

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37 h. ago Mary Berry's 'lovely' banana bread recipe is 'easy to make and quick to prep'

The former Great British Bake Off judge Mary Berry is known for her classic baking recipes - including this simple banana bread which takes just 15 minutes to prepare

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53 h. ago Rukmini Iyer’s quick and easy recipe for goat’s cheese, herb and hazelnut spring tart | Quick and easy

Light, fresh goat’s cheese and artichokes baked on a herby, layered filo base and topped with hazelnuts. And ready in about half an hour, tooThis is one of my favourite recipes for this column so far. Light, fresh goat’s cheese and artichokes baked in a tart with a smooth, herb-packed base and finished with hazelnuts; I especially like the contrast of the crisp filo against the filling. There are a lot of herbs here, but they balance beautifully, so I’d advise using them all, particularly the chives. (I bought 30g packs of mint and basil, but by the time I had got rid of the stems, there were just 20g leaves left. My herb windowsill is lavish with rosemary, sage and oregano, but sadly not the soft herbs yet.) Continue reading...

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5 d. ago Mary Berry's apple and cinnamon loaf cake is 'quick and easy to make'

A delicious cake doesn't need a long list of ingredients. This fruity recipe by Mary Berry calls for less than 10 and makes two loaves - one to eat now and one to freeze for later

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9 d. ago Rukmini Iyer’s quick and easy recipe for spiced roast sweet potato and beetroot with chickpeas and feta | Quick and easy

Make a big batch of this highly customisable dish and keep some for the week aheadYou can use lots of different spice blends here; I like baharat, but for ease you could substitute that with Indian spices or smoked paprika. I sometimes use purple sweet potato, but you get a nicer colour contrast with the bog-standard orange variety. The beetroot will still have a little bite after 30 minutes in the oven, so if you prefer it completely soft, cut it into smaller chunks or use precooked instead. Continue reading...

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9 d. ago 3p bathroom item removes grease from your air fryer effortlessly

Air fryers make cooking quick, easy and healthier, but cleaning the grease and grime that builds up can be a real chore

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1 week ago Ninja's electric BBQ is 'so easy and clean' it has Brits ditching coal and gas ones

The Ninja Woodfire Electric Outdoor BBQ Grill and Smoker can also air fryer and has been designed to make outdoor cooking quick and easy

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2 w. ago ‘I tried this new £25 hair styling tool accessory and it tamed my hair in seconds’

BaByliss has launched a new smoothing brush attachment for its Air Wand, promising a quick, easy way to smooth and style hair. Here's what I thought.

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2 w. ago Best breakfast for weight loss as experts hail it 'best commuter' meal on the go

A nutritionist has shared some of the best breakfasts for those on the go - and they can also help aid weight loss for those looking to shed a few pounds. These quick and easy ideas will mean you'll never skip breakfast again

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2 w. ago Jamie Oliver's wild response to wife Jools suspecting affair during 'marriage rut'

Jamie Oliver, famed for his quick and easy recipes for all the family, met wife Jools when he was just a teenager and has spoken candidly about the ups and downs of marriage

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2 w. ago Rukmini Iyer’s quick and easy recipe for spiced carrot soup with fennel, chilli and crab | Quick and easy

Light, bright and sustaining: warming ginger and the richness of peanut butter and coconut milk make this an ideal soup for springThis is the perfect transitional soup. I often make it without the crab, because it’s economical enough that you could have it on a weeknight with enough left over for lunchboxes the next day. But if you’re having friends over, or just fancy a treat, the flavour of the soup works beautifully with the crab – you could even use tinned crab, too. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Pasha Kovalev issued health warning and rules out return to BBC show

Former Strictly Come Dancing professional Pasha Kovalev has been issued a health warning by his doctors after undergoing a "quick, easy and stress-free" health assessment

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3 w. ago Rukmini Iyer’s quick and easy recipe for salt and Sichuan peppercorn tofu with tomatoes | Quick and easy

Meaty mushrooms, tofu and warming spice combine winningly in this colourful and quick weeknight stir-fryAn easy weeknight stir-fry that comes together in just 10 minutes. I love the subtle, mouth-numbing effect of Sichuan peppercorns, but be aware that more is not more when you’re adding them to a dish – a half-teaspoon is all you need, otherwise you’ll get the culinary equivalent of a bowl of clove oil for dinner (great if you’ve got upcoming dentistry, otherwise less palatable). Serve with rice or noodles. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Beauty buffs are 'ditching' nail extensions for £13 press ons that last for weeks

Press on nails are a quick and easy way to transform your nails without an expensive trip to the salon. This Mother's Day, the brand has a tempting offer to get them for even less

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3 w. ago Mary Berry's chicken pasta recipe is a 'creamy and delicious' weekday meal

If you're a fan of creamy pasta dishes, then this chicken pasta recipe from Mary Berry is one to try. It's ideal for a quick and easy midweek dinner - and it's super satisfying

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3 w. ago Stockport needs a change, but there's no 'quick and easy fix'

"It is about Reddish, the Heatons, and Marple, Cheadle and Cheadle Hulme, Bramhall, all of those places that make us the great borough that we are"

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last month Rukmini Iyer’s quick and easy recipe for green pea pulao with cardamom and almonds | Quick and easy

Fragrant rice with crunchy almonds and a crisp fried egg = dinner in less than half an hourThis lovely rice dish is my dad’s recipe; he specialises in those involving rice, potatoes or both (carbs on carbs is a cultural thing). You get an incredible flavour from the onion, which are slowly melted in butter with cloves, cardamom and my addition of a handful of flaked almonds, plus a fried egg on top for balance. If your house is anything like mine, there are always peas in the freezer, rice in the cupboard and eggs on the counter, so this is the perfect store-cupboard meal. Continue reading...

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