5 h. ago What’s the secret to the perfect spring breakfast? | Kitchen aide

Our panel of early risers have some sprightly suggestions for a springtime breakfastBreakfast normally means porridge, but what are the alternatives in spring?It’s a truth universally acknowledged that most breakfast binds can be solved with oats. But when porridge doesn’t float your boat, it’s got to be bircher muesli or overnight oats. “I have always been a bit rude about overnight oats,” says Will Bowlby, co-founder of Kricket, whose Shoreditch arm recently launched a breakfast menu. “But when the weather is warm, soaking oats in coconut water, mixing them with jaggery, then throwing in things like fresh coconut, rhubarb or raspberries is a really nice alternative to porridge.”And it’s those extras that will set your oats apart, says Nia Burr of Esters in north London. “Flavour a big batch of yoghurt at the beginning of the week with honey and some kind of citrus, such as lime or blood orange, and make a rhubarb compote,” she says. “We then top it all off with a polenta-based cru...

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4 d. ago Make perfect air fryer hot cross buns every time with £1 secret ingredient

Using a key ingredient that's probably already sitting in your kitchen cupboard, you can make perfect and delicious Easter hot cross buns using an air fryer

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4 d. ago The secret to getting a perfect strike in bowling, according to scientists

A Loughborough scientist has helped to crack the secret to scoring a perfect strike - and to uncover the physics behind it

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5 d. ago Gordon Ramsay's 'perfect' roast potato recipe uses one secret ingredient

Gordon Ramsay's roast potato recipe is a game changer and uses just one secret ingredient to make sure they are perfect every time - and they're so easy to make

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6 d. ago The secret to bowling the perfect strike, according to scientists

Researchers use physics to build a predictive tool that could revolutionise competitive bowling strategy

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7 d. ago Chef's 'foolproof' Yorkshire pudding recipe with 'secret' method for perfect rise

Yorkshire puddings are a staple part of a Sunday Roast, but they can be difficult to make if you do not know the correct cooking techniques - according to professional chef Jess

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8 d. ago Chef's secret to perfect roasties is 'love child of French fries and mashed potatoes'

A chef has shared his recipe for the "perfect" roast potatoes, which he says are the "love child of a French fry and a mashed potato" and are "impossibly crunchy" on the outside

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8 d. ago 11 Of The Best Things To Do In Pimlico For The Perfect Day Out

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1 week ago Mary Berry's surprising spaghetti bolognese ingredient 'works a treat'

Mary Berry has shared her secret ingredient for the perfect spaghetti bolognese - and it's not one you'd typically expect to find in the sauce. The TV chef's tip will make the meat super tender

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2 w. ago How to turn leftover cooked potatoes into dinner | Kitchen aide

Use them up in fishcakes, roll them into balls, use them to thicken soups the possibilities are almost too numerous to mention, but our culinary experts have had a go anywayHow can I turn leftover cooked potatoes – mashed, roasted, boiled – into dinner? This sounds like a job for queen of spuds Poppy O’Toole, whose latest book just so happens to be all about the tuber. We all know that mashed potatoes can cause heated debate, with smooth and buttery making some folk purr, while others prefer a bit of texture, and this also affects what you do with any spares. “It can be difficult to use leftover mash, because many recipes depend on how creamy you like it to begin with,” says the author of The Potato Book, although she says one “surefire way” begins by putting a good splash of olive oil in a frying pan on a medium-low heat. “Fry two chopped spring onions [green bits and all] until soft, add the leftover mash, and fry until hot and almost caramelising.” Season, and you’ve got a great ...

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3 w. ago Ingebrigtsen’s father accused sons of ‘perfect character assassination’, court told

Gjert Ingebrigtsen was secretly recorded by son HenrikFormer coach denies all allegations of violenceThe father of the double Olympic champion Jakob Ingebrigtsen accused his sons of a “perfect character assassination” on a secret recording made after they fired him, a court has been told.Gjert Ingebrigtsen also claimed he had been dragged “down to hell” after he was referred to child services following an incident in January 2022 where he is accused of whipping his daughter, Ingrid, in the face with a wet towel. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago What’s the difference between all the various paprikas? | Kitchen aide

This versatile spice has long outgrown its Spanish and Hungarian roots to bring richness, warmth, colour and flavour to a host of dishesSweet, smoked, hot What’s the difference between the various paprikas? And are there any substitutes? “Paprika brings warmth, it brings colour and it brings another layer of flavour,” says Monika Linton, founder of Brindisa. “Even just a sprinkling over goat’s cheese on toast, hummus or any kind of dip, along with a bit of olive oil, will bring it to life.” Crucial to both Spanish and Hungarian cuisines, paprika is made by drying peppers (generally speaking, Hungarian varieties are air-dried whereas the Spanish stuff is smoke-dried) and grinding them to a fine powder. The taste, meanwhile, depends on the variety of pepper used, although, as Linton points out, not all tins of paprika specify that.“Paprika brings a certain richness,” says Jeremy Salamon, author of Second Generation and chef/owner of Hungarian restaurant Agi’s Counter in New York. “It ...

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3 w. ago Experts share perfect temperature to get best night's sleep of your life

Experts have revealed the secret to achieving the perfect night's sleep, and it all comes down to one crucial factor that many of us overlook and adjusting this simple element could transform your rest

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4 w. ago What’s the secret to cooking with frozen seafood? | Kitchen aide

Whether it’s to be poached, baked, fried or turned into stew, frozen seafood needs to be defrosted correctly to net yourself a tasty mealWhat’s the best way to cook frozen seafood, and do you have to treat it differently from fresh?As with most things in life, preparation is key. “It’s all about how you defrost it,” says Emily Scott, author of Home Shores (out in May). “Frozen seafood, for example, should be thawed overnight or in a plastic bag under running water.” Fish destined to be fried, meanwhile, is best removed from its packaging and left on a rack in the fridge overnight, advises Rick Toogood of Prawn on the Lawn in Padstow and London. “You don’t want it sitting in the liquid that comes out of it, because you won’t get a nice bit of colour on a piece of soggy fish.” Patting it down with kitchen roll before frying will also help with that, he adds.Once defrosted, it’s not only about frying, says Ed McIlroy, one half of Four Legs, the chef duo behind Tollington’s fish bar in ...

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4 w. ago The best walkie talkies for kids: Perfect for wannabe secret agents and outdoor explorers

Ready to take your kids’ hide and seek games to the next level? Do you have siblings that fancy themselves as a master secret agent?

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