Tips
The delicious food. team are experts in their field. Whether you need to know microwaving tips to save you money, how to make ingredients stretch further, or how to de-bone specific cuts of meat, treat our Tips section as an encyclopaedia of food knowledge at your fingertips.
Freezing soup
Use our top tips on freezing homemade soups including how to portion, ideas for containers, storing soup in the freezer and seasoning frozen soup.
How to fillet mackerel
Learn how to fillet a mackerel with our simple step-by-step guide, then have a go at using it in one of our tasty recipes.
How to prepare fresh crab
Getting all the fresh meat out of a crab can be a little tricky, but our step-by-step guide is here to walk you through it.
How to make nougat
Nougat can be tricky, but with a little precision and patience it's easy enough to make. Find out how by following our step-by-step guide.
How to French trim a rack of lamb
French trimming gives your meat a clean, professional and well-presented appearance. Learn how to master this technique with our guide.
How to make marrons glacés
Marrons glacés, also known as candied chestnuts, are a little long-winded to make but are well worth the effort. Find out how to make them with our guide.
How to make marshmallows
Follow our foolproof step-by-step guide for how to makje marshmallows then pimp them with flavours such as pistachio or bailey and coconut.
Gingerbread house recipe
Gingerbread houses are deceptively simple to make and are so creative. Make one as a centrepiece on a cake or on the festive table.
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