Keep ginger in the freezer and grate from frozen, it lasts for ages
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Baking
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If you don't have a cake stand, or need an extra one or two for special occasions, place blue-tac on an upturned handle-less…
"Posted by Hettie"
Measurements
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Because of its volume, sea salt seems to be less salty than table salt when used in cooking. If replacing sea salt with…
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Rectifying Boo Boos
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If you added too much chilli, add some sugar. The Scoville scale determines how hot a chilli is, by taking a solution of…
"Posted by jaxstar84"
General Tips
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To warm plates before serving: fill a large washing up bowl with very hot water and put all the plates inside for at least…
"Posted by Hettie"
Household Tips
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Vinegar brings granite worktops up a treat
"Posted by Rhyleysgranny"
Kitchen Maintenance & Clean Up
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Do you want eliminate the bad smells in your fridge? Simple put a little container with some bicarbonate of soda and bad…
"Posted by Curlylu"
A Rough Guide To Meat
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Pork needs 30 minutes per 500g at 200°C.
"Posted by Nigella"
Chef Maintenance
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Soak cotton pads in espresso coffee. Squeeze out so much so they don't really drip, then place under your eyes for 5 minutes.…
"Posted by Hettie"