Place 4 dried bay leaves and 10ml (2 tsp) coriander seeds in a pestle and mortar and grind to a fine powder. Add 120g Maldon salt and stir…

In a pestle and mortar, crush 10 garlic cloves with a pinch of salt. Transfer to a mixing bowl and add 3 large egg yolks and the juice…

Steaming is a simple, healthy, traditional Chinese cooking method that retains freshness and flavour, perfect for delicate fish, chicken and vegetables. Line each steamer with wax paper to…

Cut vegetables such as beetroot, parsnips and carrots into thin wedges, and sweet potatoes and peeled butternut into thin rounds. Toss in cake flour and shake off the…

There nothing more appetizing than the smell of garlic roasting in your kitchen There nothing more appetizing than the smell of garlic roasting in your kitchen. Preheat the…

These edible containers can be filled with goodies to make festive canapés.• FOR BREAD CUPS preheat the oven to 180°C. Cut the crusts off several slices of bread.…

For basic couscous, place equal amounts of couscous and boiling water or stock in a container with a tight-fitting lid. Leave to stand for 15 minutes. Loosen the…

• Cake flour is made from the purest part of the wheat. It has a low gluten content which gives baked goods a fine texture. • Self-raising flour…

Simple tips for smart food…VANILLA SEEDS The seeds from the vanilla pod have the most concentrated vanilla flavour. They can be used in any recipe as a substitute…