Meal planning

If you struggle to cook rice, you are not alone and it is far easier than you think. White Rice 🌾Rice-to-water ratio:* 1 cup white rice : 2 cups water 1. Rinse the rice2. Measure water* Add 2 cups water or bone broth for every 1 cup rice to a saucepan.3. Bring to boil4. Simmer* Once boiling, reduce heat to very low and cover with a tight lid.5. Cook* Simmer 10 minutes without lifting the lid. Brown Rice 🌾Brown rice has the bran layer intact, so it needs more water and longer cooking.Rice-to-water ratio:* 1 cup brown rice : 2½ …

If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably been saving your extra virgin olive oil for salad dressings and the occasional drizzle because, let’s face it, it’s expensive! For everyday cooking, I’ve often turned to rapeseed oil, simply to spare the good stuff. But that’s recently changed – I’ve discovered a new olive oil that’s high quality and affordable enough to use every day. Why Extra Virgin Olive Oil? First, let’s break it down: extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) is made from cold-pressed olives, meaning it retains all the natural antioxidants, healthy fats, and vitamins that are often lost in processed …

Let’s talk air fryers …. It was something I avoided for a long time!  Did I really need one?  Were they worth the money? Would they work for family meals? Would the teens use it? Where they really as good as everyone said? Did I have the space in my kitchen? Well, I finally succumbed, and my verdict is that I like it! Yes, I could live without it, but it has simplified some of our dinners and it has enabled my teens to get more creative in the kitchen.  It is great if you are cooking for 1 or …

Is summer on the horizon?  It is finally time to fire up the BBQ? We all know (and deep-down love) the famously unpredictable British summer, but it’s unpredictability doesn’t mean you have to abandon your BBQ. With a few tips, tricks, and mouth-watering recipes, you can elevate your outdoor cooking game, come rain or shine. Preparing for Success 1. The Right Equipment: Investing in a quality BBQ is the first step. Whether you prefer the smoky flavour of a charcoal grill or the convenience of gas, make sure your equipment is up to the task. Accessories such as long-handled tongs, …

Delicious and Real’s Guide to Decluttering Your Kitchen: A Guide to a Tidy and Efficient Space We talk about a ‘spring clean’ but actually each season is an opportunity to reset, declutter, look at our homes functionality and make sure everything is meeting our needs. The kitchen is often considered the heart of the home—a place where meals are prepared, family and friends gather, and memories are made. However, it can quickly become one of the most cluttered spaces in the house: from overflowing cupboards to countertops filled with gadgets, a cluttered kitchen can make cooking stressful and less enjoyable. If you’re looking …