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How to make the perfect hollandaise sauce

By Izy Hossack • March 12, 2015 • In Comfort Food, Eggs, How to

perfect hollandaise sauce on top of poached egg on toast

Many think of this classic as exclusive to fine dining, but it’s actually very simple. This guide will show you how to make the perfect hollandaise sauce.

How to make dragon cookies for Chinese New Year

By Bee's Bakery • February 20, 2015 • In Around the world, Baking, Chinese New Year, How to, Recipe Roundup, Special occasions

Here’s a recipe for making super simple, super cute dragon cookies for Chinese New Year – perfect for a bit of family fun during the celebrations.

A guide to making your own dumplings

By Mardi Michels • February 18, 2015 • In Around the world, Chinese New Year, Comfort Food, How to, Recipe Roundup, Special occasions

Dumplings are a joy but rarely something people make at home, despite being super easy. This guide to homemade dumplings will show you all you need to know.

How to make the perfect broth

By Maddie Rix • February 5, 2015 • In Around the world, Healthy, How to, Recipe Roundup

asian inspired ramen broth with egg, meat, veg and noodles

Broth can be anything you want, whether it features meat, fish, vegetables, rice or noodles. The ‘perfect broth’ means something different to everybody.

How to construct the perfect nachos

By Merlin Jobst • January 30, 2015 • In Around the world, Cheese, Comfort Food, How to, Recipe Roundup, Special occasions, Vegetarian

perfect nachos with herbs, guacamole, chilli, sour cream and refried beans

This Super Bowl Sunday, construct the perfect nachos – the beloved Mexican dish of tortilla chips topped by melted cheese, jalapeño peppers, and guacamole.

Slow cooker red roast pulled pork

By Mardi Michels • January 28, 2015 • In Around the world, Comfort Food, How to, Meat

A pulled pork burger on a plate next to another flate full of pulled pork with some slaw in a bowl on the side

This Asian-inspired slow cooker pulled pork recipe does all its marinating in the cooking process, which means that once it’s started, it’s very hands off.

How to make perfect porridge

By JamieOliver.com • January 2, 2015 • In Breakfast, Healthy Meals, How to, Special diets, Vegetarian

Porridge is healthy and delicious when done right. Here are our top tips on how to make porridge, with a video from Jamie and toppings from his head nutritionist

How to make homemade Christmas crackers

By JamieOliver.com • December 15, 2014 • In Christmas, How to

homemade christmas crackers on dining table

There’s no need spend your hard-earned present money on tacky crackers with plastic little toys. Try these amazing homemade Christmas crackers from Jamie’s favourite designer and give your Christmas dinner table a personal touch.

Tips for perfect homemade pastry

By Ed Loftus • November 11, 2014 • In Around the world, Baking, Comfort Food, How to

Jamie’s head pastry chef gives his tips for the ultimate pastry, from puff recipes for desserts to shortcrust pastry for pies.

How to roast pumpkin seeds

By Merlin Jobst • October 28, 2014 • In Baking, Halloween/Bonfire Night, How to, Recipe Roundup, Special occasions

chilli and fennel roast pumpkin seeds in a mason jar with a label

Check out our guide on how to roast pumpkin seeds before disembowelling your Jack’o’Lantern this week and you’ll never discard those amazing insides again.