Charqui
Charqui is a traditional fermented, salted and sun-dried meat product largely consumed in Brazil. Its preservation is based on the application of the hurdle technology, […]
Month: December 2024
Traditional Orange Marmalade Recipe
This classic marmalade recipe yields approximately 10 jars (250ml each) of tangy, sweet, and slightly bitter orange preserve. Ingredients 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs) Seville oranges […]
What is RNA (Ribonucleic Acid)?
RNA (Ribonucleic Acid) is a molecule essential to many biological processes, acting primarily as a messenger and functional molecule in cells. While it shares some […]
Barbecue-Flavoured Pork Belly Bites with Sweet and Sticky BBQ Glaze
A recipe for barbecue-flavoured pork belly bites with a sweet and sticky BBQ glaze. Makes 20 pieces Ingredients For the Pork Belly: 1 kg (2.2 […]
What is Non-Coding RNA (ncRNA)?
Non-coding RNA (ncRNA) refers to RNA molecules that are transcribed from DNA but do not encode proteins. Instead, they perform a variety of regulatory, structural, […]
The Continued Use Of Mancozeb, An Effective Fungicide
Mancozeb is a widely used fungicide belonging to the dithiocarbamate chemical group. It is effective in controlling a broad spectrum of fungal diseases on fruits, […]
Chocolate Yule Log
Ingredients: For the cake 3 eggs 85g golden caster sugar 85g plain flour (minus 2 tbsp) 2 tbsp cocoa powder ½ tsp baking powder For the filling & icing […]
Making A Snowcake
Serves 10 slices Ingredients Gingerbread Sponge: 150g (5.3 oz) plain flour 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp ground ginger 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp […]
Cheddar Cheese and Smoky Bacon Potato Skins
Cheddar Cheese and Smoky Bacon Potato Skins Ingredients: 4 large baking potatoes (e.g., Russet) 4 rashers of smoky bacon, diced 1 ½ cups (150g) grated […]
All Things Prawn
A series of three recipes for using king prawns. As we say this is for ‘all things prawn’. (1) King Prawns with Coconut Crumb (10 […]
Harissa Chicken and Spring Onion Filled Sweet Potato Skins
Easy to make and delicious to eat. They also make great party food too. Serve with green salads. Serves: 4; Preparation time: 25 minutes; Cooking […]
Mince Pies with Orange Mincemeat, Cranberry Curd, and Crumble Topping
These festive mince pies are enhanced with a fragrant orange-flavoured mincemeat, topped with a tangy cranberry curd and a crunchy, sweet crumble topping. Ingredients (Makes […]
All-Butter Rich Plum and Port Mince Pies
A luxurious take on a classic festive treat, these mince pies feature a damson plum and glacé cherry mincemeat infused with Ruby Port, French Brandy, […]
Chicken Katsu Empanadas with Korma Curry Dip
A fusion of Japanese katsu and Latin empanadas with a creamy, spiced coconut korma dip. This recipe makes 8 empanadas. Ingredients For the Empanadas: 200g […]
Let Me Use Farfalline!
What is Farfalline? Farfalline is a small pasta shape that resembles tiny bow ties or butterflies. The name farfalline comes from the Italian word farfalla, […]
What Do I Make With Orzo?
Orzo is a type of pasta that is shaped like large grains of rice. Its name means “barley” in Italian, referring to its resemblance to […]
How To Make Sausage Rolls
Sausage rolls are not just for casual eating they are much more refined than that. Yes, they are simple and can be rather meaty but […]
Making Mince Pies Today?
As a child, I often wondered why my grandmother’s minced beef issuing forth from the grinder, wasn’t to be found in any of the mince […]
Using ZENB Elbow Pasta In Cooking
Here are three quick and tasty vegan recipes that use ZENB Plant-Based Elbow Pasta. The ZENB range of pastas are made from yellow pea so […]
Preparing Beignets
Beignets are a type of fried pastry, often associated with French and Creole cuisine, particularly in New Orleans, Louisiana. The word “beignet” comes from the […]