First of all, it’s important that you buy good quality fish. Fresh fish should have bright, clear eyes and scales should be shiny and cling tightly to the skin. Also use your nose – there should not be an overpowering fishy smell. Frozen fish should be free of ice crystals and freezer burn, and show…
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How to Cook: Useful Tips for Beginners
You might not think it’s possible, but there are many people out there who have never, ever cooked anything in their life! Their staple diet is more than likely beans on toast, and that’s as far as it goes. If you are one of those people who have just woken up and realised it’s time…
How to Cook Veal
These are the usual veal cuts, with cooking methods: Shoulder (whole or divided into two): Roast, stew Loin: If whole, bone, stuff, roll and roast; if cut into chops, grill or fry Best end of neck: Roast or cut into cutlets and fry or grill Scrag-end of neck: Stew Fillet leg: Roast, cut into slices…
How to Cook Turkey
If you are expecting a fairly large number of guests and need to put together a big meal, whether it’s for Christmas or any other special occasions, a big turkey can feed a good few people – especially when accompanied with plenty of tasty vegetables. As the turkey needs to roast in the oven for…
How to Cook Roast Pork
Ask the butcher to cut the rind closely and deeply in order to make carving easier. Rub the outside with salt and oil before cooking, as this results in a good crackling. Put the joint on a rack and roast in one of the following ways: High-temperature method In a hot oven (220°C), allowing 25…
How to Cook Roast Beef
Here’s a list of some cuts of beef, with the best ways of cooking them: Topside: Roast, pot-roast, braise Sirloin: Roast (on the bone, or boned and rolled) Ribs: Roast (on the bone, or boned and rolled) Buttock steak: Braise, stew, pot-roast or use in pies Rump steak: Grill or fry Fillet steak: Brill or…
How to Measure Portion Sizes of Pasta, Rice and Couscous
Most of us are guilty of cooking too much when it comes to starches. And when we do try to cook less, it somehow ends up not being enough. It’s very hard to get it just right, so how much, in dry weight, should be sufficient per person? Of course it all depends on whether…
How to Cook Scrambled Eggs
Scrambled eggs are quick and easy to make, and always a winner among kids when accompanied by buttered toast and lots of tomato sauce. Follow this simple method to make scrambled eggs in one-two-three. Method: Break two eggs per person into a bowl and add a tablespoon of milk per egg. Mix well until the…
How to Make Gravy
Many people complain about not knowing how to make good gravy. The secret to gravy lies in the flavour, which means that good gravy starts with good meat. Follow these simple instructions to make the perfect gravy in no time at all. Save everything from the pan your meat was cooked in; the dripping, the…
How to Make a Medium White Sauce
A classic white sauce is so versatile and can add that little extra to many a meal – such as lasagna, stews, soups and a variety of pasta sauces. Using ingredients that you more than likely have in your cupboard makes this a useful recipe. The recipe makes one cup of medium white sauce. Ingredients:…
How to Fry an Egg
Frying an egg might not be the healthiest way of preparing it, but every now and then it’s nice to treat yourself to a full English breakfast. Follow these simple instructions to fry your egg without burning it, and serve with toast, bacon, sausages, tomatoes and mushrooms. Method: Heat a pan to medium heat, only…
How to Cook Vegetables
There are so many different ways to cook vegetables. Some people prefer to simply steam them, while others like to add flavour by grilling or roasting their vegetables with a touch of butter, herbs and spices. Whatever you prefer, and whichever way you decide to cook yours, just make sure your vegetables are still fairly…
