Learn to cook blog

As new pages are added to the site they will be listed here on the learn to cook blog with an easy to use link so you can go and read more.

From time to time quick snippets or articles will also find a home on this page.

Jan 18, 2012

Winter Vegetable Stew Recipe

A vegetable stew recipe with black eyed peas makes a satisfying winter supper. Learn how easy it is to make even if you are new to cooking.

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Nov 19, 2011

Cooking Dictionary

A continuation of our cooking dictionary or glossary of terms used in the kitchen. This page covers N - R in the alphabet.

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Nov 19, 2011

Basic Cooking Terms, H - M

This page of cooking terms continues our cooking glossary for new cooks. Simple descriptions to help you understand the terminology used in recipes.

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Sep 22, 2011

The Best Carrot Cake Recipe

Simply the best carrot cake recipe you will find... what more is there to say?

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Sep 4, 2011

Daikon radish

Learn how to cook a daikon radish or mooli. Try this simple vegetable stir fry recipe.

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Aug 25, 2011

Learn how to cook millet

Learning how to cook millet, and other whole grains, can help you to vary your diet and make it more nutritious.

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Jun 30, 2011

Make ahead picnic recipes

Quick and easy, make-ahead picnic recipes for you to enjoy.

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May 5, 2011

Mushroom Risotto Recipe

Enjoy a creamy, mushroom risotto recipe for supper tonight. Step by step instructions make it easy, even for those learning how to cook.

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May 5, 2011

Once a month cooking recipes and tips

Once a month cooking will save you time when you come in from work in the evening. Tips and recipes for shopping, freezing and serving home cooked meals that are cooked in advance.

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Apr 5, 2011

The Well Stocked Pantry

Having a well stocked pantry or kitchen storecupboard is essential. But what do you need? This list will make sure you have the basics

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Mar 9, 2011

Weekly Meal Planner - How to use the template

Use this weekly meal planner template and prevent the 4pm panic when you are asked what's for dinner. Full instructions for healthy meal planning.

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Mar 3, 2011

Quiche Lorraine Recipe - learn how to make quiche

Using a basic quiche lorraine recipe we will show you how to make quiche that can be served hot ot cold.

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Mar 2, 2011

Basic Pancake Recipe

Start with a basic pancake recipe and you will be cooking homemade pancakes from scratch in minutes. Easy!

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Feb 27, 2011

Coq au vin - a classic dish made easy

Coq au vin is a classic French Recipe. With these step by step instructions even a novice can cook this delicious dish.

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Feb 27, 2011

Chicken and Mushroom soup that packs in the flavour

A tasty chicken and mushroom soup that is good enough to serve to guests, but easy enough for those just learning to cook. An ideal combination

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Feb 27, 2011

Chicken Ratatouille Recipe for two

This easy chicken ratatouille recipe makes a tasty meal for two. Easy enough even for someone who is just learning how to cook.

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Feb 27, 2011

Millet recipes for you to try

Millet may be an unfamiliar ingredient to you, so here are some tasty millet recipes to show you what you can do with it.

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Feb 23, 2011

Recipes for Asparagus to enjoy this summer

Try my simple recipes for asparagus for just the two of you, or for a dinner party starter. Easy enough for those just learning to cook for the first time.

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Feb 23, 2011

Shortcrust pastry that melts in your mouth

We will learn how to make shortcrust pastry in our first lesson on pastry making.Then move on to learn about different types of pastry and pie crusts.

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Feb 10, 2011

How to make an omelette - French style or Soufflé

Sweet or savoury, learning how to make an omelette is a useful skill when you are new to cooking.

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Feb 8, 2011

Valentine Candy Recipe

A homemade valentine candy recipe to melt your loved one's heart. Super simple, easy candy recipe - no cooking involved!

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Feb 8, 2011

Romantic Dinner Recipes

Looking for some romantic dinner recipes? Here you will find tips for making your special valentines meal successful even if you are new to cooking.

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Feb 7, 2011

How to bake a potato

Learn how to bake a potato and have an easy supper at hand. Add one of these toppings or fillings or suggest your own.

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Feb 7, 2011

Simple ways to cook potatoes

Learn the basic ways to cook potatoes and then progress onto some more elaborate potato recipes.

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Feb 6, 2011

Oven Roasted Potato Recipe

Follow this oven roasted potato recipe to ensure perfect, cripsy roast potatoes every time.

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Feb 2, 2011

Make Twice as Much Freeze the Extra Meal to Eat Later

One great tip I don't use often enough myself is to do what is called freezer cooking. There are various approaches to this, but probably the easiest is

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Feb 2, 2011

Make ahead meals - Packed Lunches

For me, moving out of home and discovering cooking was definitely trial and error... I did however soon find the delight in make ahead meals, but rather

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Feb 2, 2011