Sambal is a fresh pepper or chilli paste from Southeast Asia, most commonly made with ground chilli, salt and vinegar. A more elaborate sambal can be spiced with…

Makes 4 thin-crust pizza basesCombine 300ml warm water, 2,5ml active dry yeast and 5ml sugar in a measuring jug, and leave until frothy, about 10 minutes. Meanwhile, sift…

Salsa verde is a cold Italian sauce used as a condiment or dipping sauce. It adds zest to boiled meat and potatoes and is particularly good with fish.Soak…

Add your own flavour to bland cheeses such as ricotta, robiola, bel paese and mozzarella. • Drizzle with olive oil, salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste.…

Preheat the oven to 180°C. Roll 1 x 400g ready puff pastry out on a lightly floured working surface. Cut the pastry into three thick strips. Sprinkle sesame…

NON-STICK FINISHES • Clean non-stick pans with a cloth in hot soapy water, rinse and dry well. • Never use metal utensils as they will scratch the non-stick…

Simple tips for smart food…This gorgeous frozen presentation is great for serving cold soups, fruit salads or canapés such as oysters. Place a glass bowl on a baking…

Here’s how we make perfect pancakes every time – easy pancake recipe: Put 100g cake flour and a pinch of salt in a mixing bowl and make a well…

Simple tips for smart food…Pour 125ml dry white wine, 125ml water, 20ml chopped fresh dill, 40ml chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley and 2 finely chopped spring onions in a…

In a bowl mix well 500g beef mince, 500g pork mince, 2 finely chopped garlic cloves, 1 egg, 50g fresh breadcrumbs, 1 finely chopped small red onion, and…