Halloween

Love it or loathe it, it’s only a few days now until Halloween. What will you be doing? Will you be out doing ‘trick or treat’ with the kiddies, impatiently waiting for trick or treaters to come to collect goodies from you, down the pub with your mates, having a wild party, or hiding with the curtains shut and lights off waiting for it all to go away? Whatever you’re intending, this is the season for some lovely comfort foods. This time of year there’s a definite chill in the air, but bright sunshine too (except on rainy days – but let’s ignore those!). So, it’s time for the warming soups and comforting bakes. Continue reading “Halloween”

Using technology – making bread

 

There are two kinds of cooks – those who embrace technological advances and those who prefer doing everything by hand. This is purely a choice. If you have the time and strength to whisk, beat and knead bread by hand then great. The traditional processes can be very satisfying. However, not everyone can or will want to spend the time. It’s perfectly acceptable to use electronic kitchen gadgets. Continue reading “Using technology – making bread”