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Keep nuts in the freezer
Keep nuts in the freezer and just remove what you need, when you need them Read on
Peeling garlic
To peel garlic leave cloves to soak in boiling water for a few mins and skins will slide off Read on
Thick broths
To make thick broths without flour puree a portion of the soup and add back to the pot Read on
Choping herbs
Chop herbs by cramming them into a glass and let loose with scissors Read on
Boiling vegetables
When boiling vegetables never throw the water away, freeze it and use for gravies, stocks, casseroles, stews and sauces . Read on
Using a bay leaf
If using a bay leaf 'crack it' for more flavour. Simply cut into the central vein with a knife or clean finger nails 3 or 4 times)… Read on
Making stock
Making stock, gently squeeze the boiled vegetables with the back of a wooden spoon to extract extra juice, making sure not to let… Read on
Unused double cream
Do not throw any unused double cream away, freeze it, it keeps well in the freezer for a month . Read on
Do not buy expensive pvc containers
Do not buy expensive pvc containers for freezing items, use ice cream containers, margerine tubs, cream and yogurt pots instead . Read on
Roast meats
Roast meats, freeze down in portion sizes for a quick sandwich or heat up in gravy or stock with vegetables for a quick meal . Read on