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22 delicious soup recipes to sip and slurp all year round
Is it a quick, healthy snack, or a fully-fledged meal? Steamy and deeply comforting, or cool and surprisingly refreshing? Soup is all of the above. It’s the ultimate all-rounder. You can keep it simple and light or go all out with toppings like fresh herbs, creamy cheese or crunchy croutons, nuts and seeds. In any case, it’s an easy and tasty way to get your daily dose of veggies in. So whether you’re hankering for a soothing bowl of velvety butternut squash soup or looking for a chipper, ice-cold gazpacho, you came to the right place. You’ll sip and spoon your way down to the bottom of your bowl with each of these 22 flavourful soup recipes.
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23 brunch recipes for an indulgent Sunday brunch
Is it your turn to host the next Sunday brunch? Then you’ve come to the right place. With these stunning 23 brunch recipes to draw from, you can put together a gorgeous brunch menu in no time. Just make sure you’ve got a good mix of sweet and savoury dishes so there’s something for everyone. Did you invite any veggie or vegan guests? Think about them too. Once you’ve got the menu down, check if there are any recipes you can make in advance. Batter or dips are easy to make ahead and store in the fridge. You’ll have more time to fry eggs, make drinks – and more importantly – spend time with your loved ones. After all, isn’t that what Sunday brunch is all about?
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How to choose coffee beans for your home espresso machine
Few things in life are as satisfying as heading to a coffee shop on a cold morning and smelling that heavenly aroma as you step inside. You can pick your favourite coffee blend or single origin coffee from the menu and then fill your lungs with the intoxicating aroma of a freshly brewed cup. Moments like that make you wonder: what if I could make it at home? Well, you can! Start by choosing the right coffee beans for your espresso machine. It's time you called the shots.
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Café au lait vs. latte: What is the difference?
It's happened to all of us. You walk into that hip new coffee place, only to stare blankly at the minimalist menu board. Espresso, okay. Americano, easy. But latte vs. café au lait? What's the difference? With the barista getting impatient, you hurriedly announce your order: "Latte, please!" How different can they be? Quite a lot, actually! They can differ in everything from brewing method to flavour and presentation. With this handy guide, you'll soon be able to impress your coffee-loving friends when you offer them a drink at home.
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Types of coffee roasts: What are the differences?
First things first, you may be wondering why we roast coffee beans at all? Well, if you've ever tasted an uncured olive, that rather unpleasant experience is on a par with an unroasted coffee bean. Freshly picked coffee beans couldn’t be more different to those rich, brown beans, with that instantly recognisable aroma that we know and love. They're green for starters and have a kind of grassy smell. It's the roasting that transforms these rather plain beans into something extraordinary. It releases all those wonderful flavours and aromas that make coffee one of the most popular drinks in the world. Let’s discover how each roasting technique impacts the flavour, aroma, and caffeine kick of your coffee…
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How to make a perfect cappuccino at home
In the pantheon of wonderful things Italy has gifted us, there’s one treasure that is often taken for granted. If you’ve ever sipped on a perfectly crafted cappuccino, you know it belongs right up there with the country's most iconic exports. Done just right, it's the Sistine Chapel, the Napoletana pizza, the Lamborghini of coffee drinks. And the best part? You can make the perfect cappuccino at home. With the right ingredients and just a bit of practice, your homemade cappuccinos will soon rival those served in the cosy bars tucked away on Rome's cobblestone alleys.
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20 simple cake recipes every baker should get the hang of
Can’t get enough of that sweet, comforting scent of a freshly baked cake filling your home? Or is the thrill of opening up the oven, taking out a delicious homemade cake to treat your loved ones to? No matter what makes you put on your apron and pull out your scales, having a stack of tried and tested go-to cake recipes is always handy. Because when it comes to baking cake, there doesn’t have to be a reason. So start getting the hang of these 20 easy, yet flavourful cake recipes and add them to your recipe book.
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What can I do with my hand blender?
Hand blender, immersion blender, stick blender - whatever you like to call them, I think we can all agree on just how ‘handy’ they are in the kitchen! Small enough to pop in your cupboard, drawer, or on your worktop. Light enough to whip out whenever you need. If you already have one, or are thinking of buying one, you may be wondering what exactly can you do with a hand blender? So let’s take a closer look , and discover some great recipes too…
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20 cocktail and mocktail recipes that will get any party started
The great thing about cocktails and mocktails? They raise the spirits. Even the simplest of get-togethers turns into a celebration when the highball and coupe glasses pop up. Whether you’re toasting to the new year or looking to turn your pool hang into a party, these 20 festive cocktail and mocktail recipes are bound to shake things up. You’ll be sipping your favourite one in a flash if you plug in your KitchendAid Blender to properly mingle your mixtures, turn them into a slushie or crush your ice. Ready to stir things up?
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Are KitchenAid attachments and bowls dishwasher safe?
If you’re lucky enough to have a dishwasher, it’s very tempting to just pop everything in and hope for the best. Especially after a sticky baking session, entertaining friends, or a delicious big meal. When it comes to KitchenAid attachments and accessories, the good news is that most of them can happily go in the dishwasher. But, just like everything else you use in your kitchen, there are some exceptions. This useful guide will help you work out which parts of your stand mixer are dishwasher safe, and which should be washed by hand.
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How to shred chicken in a stand mixer… like magic
Shredded chicken, and other cooked meats are your secret to succulent dishes like tacos, chicken chilli, pulled pork or shredded beef enchiladas. When you look at shredded meat recipes, remember that you can use your stand mixer to achieve them. Yes, that versatile mixer is useful for far more than mixing, whisking and baking challenges. Your included beater is the ideal tool for quickly shredding meat into a mouthwatering bowlful. Let’s look at how it’s done, as well as some tips and shredded meat recipe ideas.
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17 delicious cookie recipes to put on your cookie bucket list
Studded with chocolate chips or packed with oats. Soft and chewy or crisp and light as a feather. Cookies come in all shapes and sizes. But there’s one cookie rule that’s true for all of them: homemade cookies trump store-bought ones every single time. Want to whip up a bunch of chocolate chip cookies in a jiffy? Or looking for your next cookie baking challenge? Either way, here are 17 delicious cookie recipes you’ll enjoy baking.
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