Wednesday 30 November 2022

‘Crispy skin and buttery inside’: How to cook jacket potatoes in 15 minutes - no oven



The air fryer is a great gadget to make jacket potatoes quickly, and fuss-free.

Mum’s 30-minute kedgeree recipe perfect for ‘twist’ on breakfast with egg and fish



This breakfast recipe, which is popular on Christmas, is a "healthier, richer twist on the usual recipe".

'Pulls away from the cool air!' Worst place to store milk in the fridge – keep it fresh



Milk is a staple ingredient on most people's weekly shopping list but can quickly go off if stored incorrectly. While it is often kept in the fridge door to keep it cold and avoid leaks, an expert has warned against it for one crucial reason.

'Good to eat for nine months!' Expert shares the surprising foods to store in the freezer



As the cost-of-living crisis continues to ravage Britain, Britons are doing all they can to save money on groceries. One way to do this is to freeze food as soon as they are bought from the shop. There are many surprising foods one can freeze to make them last longer.

Royal Family's favourite afternoon tea staples - like William and Harry's 'chewy' cookies



The Royal Family are known to be partial to afternoon tea, and according to a formal royal patisserie chef, each family member had their favourite sweet treats.

Tuesday 29 November 2022

Monday 28 November 2022

'Extremely tasty!' 'Super easy' cuisine-themed snacking boards to celebrate the World Cup



Snacks are an essential part of watching football, and as England goes head-to-head with Wales, there's no better time to go all out for your home viewing. Charcuterie boards are perfect for sharing, and Express.co.uk has shared the best themes to try as you watch the 2022 Fifa World Cup.

Chef shares 'easiest way' to peel garlic using 'quick' soaking method



Even small garlic cloves pack a punch, but they can be a nuisance to peel without the strong smell lingering on your hands and underneath your nails. However, according to one chef, you only need a water bowl to simplify the process.

Queen Elizabeth once tried 'the best kebabs in Norfolk' after a dare from Prince Harry



Queen Elizabeth was "not a foodie" according to former royal chef Darren McGrady. However, it has been reported that she was occasionally partial to a takeaway.

'I asked for Henry at Morrison's and was left feeling emotional'



"The staff couldn't have been kinder and the whole process was easy, straightforward and discreet."

'£1.99 ones were best': Pigs in blankets from Lidl, Aldi and Tesco put to the test



Pigs in blankets bought from Asda, Sainsbury's and Marks and Spencer were also tasted for the review.

‘Never put eggs in the fridge!’ James Martin on why its the worst thing to do



During a previous appearance on This Morning, James Martin explained why eggs should "never be put in the fridge", and where they should be stored instead.

Sunday 27 November 2022

Amazon Cyber Monday 2022 alcohol offers: £10 gin, Baileys under £15 and Prosecco deals



With Black Friday and Cyber Monday underway, it's now the last chance for Amazon shoppers to save big on all booze. Whether you're looking to stock up for Christmas or finding a gift, don't miss out on shopping now.

Foolproof recipe to make Yorkshire puddings in 20mins - no oven or weighing of ingredients



Traditional Yorkshire puddings can take up to an hour to make from start to finish, here's how to make them in 20 minutes and use much less electricity.

Saturday 26 November 2022

'Crispy' smashed roast potatoes are 'so easy to make and worth the hype'



These crispy potatoes make a great side dish perfect for dipping.

'I’m never making eggs another way!' Cheesy baked eggs recipe



Easy, cheesy baked eggs with avocado and toast.

Tom Kerridge shares easiest way to save money on food - your 'best friend' in the kitchen



Michelin-starred celebrity chef Tom Kerridge spoke exclusively to Express.co.uk about how Britons can save money on food.

Marks & Spencer shoppers can get snow globe gins for £1.10 with simple Black Friday trick



Christmas time is fast approaching and shoppers absolutely love buying Marks & Spencer's light-up snow globe gin as a gift for the season. Now, there's a simple trick that offers two snow globe gins for less than £3 - find out more here.

Friday 25 November 2022

Friday night curry leftovers recipe for the 'perfect post-takeaway weekend snack'



These crispy potatoes make a great side dish perfect for dipping.

How to cook a fried egg: 'Technique for a perfect over easy egg and yolk every time'



How to make a perfect over easy fried egg without flipping the egg and breaking the yolk.

The top Christmas hampers to buy this year - including Fortum & Mason, Aldi and more



Not sure what to buy your loved ones this year? A hamper is a great start as the beautifully presented gifts have something for everyone. Express.co.uk has rounded up the best buys this year.

Aldi recalls popular chocolate product due to health fears - 'do not eat'



Aldi is the latest supermarket to recall a product due to health fears. The product contains an ingredient that is not mentioned on the label, therefore it is unsafe for some people to eat.

One in ten Brits love gravy so much they have it on 'everything' - including cereal



Brits are so obsessed with gravy they drink it through straws, take it on holiday - and even pour it over pizza and pasta, a study has revealed. The poll of 2,000 adults found almost three-quarters are fans of the brown stuff, and typically enjoy it three times a week.

Thursday 24 November 2022

Strict rules during state banquets at Palace - including 'X-ray machines'



King Charles presided over his first state banquet as monarch this week at Buckingham Palace during Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa's official visit to the UK.

'Will absorb any moisture': How to store mushrooms to 'keep them safe' from slime



Mushrooms are incredibly versatile and have several health benefits, but they aren't the easiest to keep fresh at home. Even when pre-packaged, these umami-flavoured vegetables can turn slimy in the fridge, making them unusable in the kitchen. A chef has shared the "goal" of mushroom storage to extend their shelf life.

Lidl issues urgent recall for popular cheese as it may contain 'pieces of plastic'



Supermarket Lidl has recalled one of its most popular and affordable grated cheeses.

Chef shares 'fundamentals' of making the 'easiest and tastiest' breakfast potatoes



Breakfast potatoes are traditionally baked in the oven until golden brown and crispy, but it's not the only way to cook these small, flavoursome spuds. A TikTok chef has shared his "zero-effort" recipe for breakfast potatoes that "rival oven baked ones".

Wednesday 23 November 2022

Cheap family meals: Mum makes a week of dinners for under £20



The thrifty mum's meal plan makes 24 meals for £19.71.

King Charles bans controversial dish from all royal residencies - 'despicable product!'



King Charles hates a certain dish so much that he reportedly banned it from Buckingham Palace in years gone by, and certainly won't have it there when he eventually moves in with Queen Camilla.

'Will hasten the ripening process!' Food storage warning to avoid 'spoiling' fresh produce



Food inflation has pushed up the prices of everything from milk and bread to fruit and vegetables, so it's more important than ever to avoid wasting fresh produce at home. Experts have shared the common ingredients you should never store together - or risk spoiling your groceries.

McDonald's makes major change to menu from today - dividing fans



McDonald's has announced a major change to its menu, especially affecting customers who are partial to ordering breakfast at the fast food giant.

Sainsbury's shopper left in stitches by the substitute for a £1.65 box of eggs



Sainsbury's egg shortages sees products swapped for custard tarts

Tesco, Asda and more recall popular food products due to health risk - 'do not eat'



Tesco, Asda and other major supermarkets are the latest to recall food products as they have been deemed potentially unsafe for consumers.

'You need to boil it!' Chef shares secret to cooking 'perfectly crispy bacon' every time



Bacon rashers are a staple ingredient in a fry-up and make the perfect addition to many other brunch-style recipes. While it's often easy to cook the meat until crunchy, the white fat isn't as easy to crisp up. A TikTok chef has shared his unique tip to achieve "perfectly crispy bacon" every time you cook it.

Tuesday 22 November 2022

'Basic but tasty': Healthy air fryer fajita wraps - lunch or dinner in just 15 minutes



These wraps take just 15 minutes to make and are less than 500 calories each.

City's egg shortage laid bare as Asda and Lidl introduce rationing



Farmers have warned that the UK could run out of eggs by Christmas.

'All about the trimmings!' Chef shares cheap food swaps to 'elevate' your Christmas dinner



A whole turkey is the centrepiece of Christmas dinner for many households, but with soaring inflation rates, both fresh and frozen birds have become much less affordable. A Michelin-star chef has shared the simple swaps you can make to save money on your festive feast - without compromising on quality, or taste.

Huge World Cup-inspired sandwich features a delicacy from all eight tournament groups



Talk about a game of two halves - this mouth-watering, football tournament-inspired sandwich would be a front-runner for the DROOLS Rimet trophy. The giant sarnie features ingredients from each group of the tournament, from Ecuadorian pork to French camembert.

Monday 21 November 2022

Recreate Costa Coffee's popular Toblerone hot chocolate at home - save £3.75 a cup!



Costa has created several festive hot drinks in the run-up to Christmas and here's how to make its Toblerone hot chocolate at home.

I tried the Greggs Festive Bake - and it was Christmas wrapped in pastry!



With a month to go until the big day, Greggs invited me to their Festive Bake Brunch in Manchester and I was blown away by their signature Christmas pastry.

Defra boss 'confident' we will have enough turkeys for Christmas



Turkey supplies will not be affected this Christmas despite the deepening avian flu emergency, environment chiefs promised last night. One in three turkeys bred for festive meals are among the two million birds, including chickens, that have perished in the worst-ever outbreak.

Kate and William share go-to takeaway for nights in - but key factor they disagree on



Kate Middleton and Prince William shared their go-to takeaway meals for a relaxing evening at home. However, the royal couple tend to disagree on one key decision.

Sunday 20 November 2022

Effortless way to make giant Yorkshire puddings in 20 minutes - no oven needed



Sunday dinners aren't the same without Yorkshire puddings and here's a simple four-ingredient recipe that costs less than 40p.

Saturday 19 November 2022

20-minute Marmite eggs recipe proves 'rules were made to be broken'



This twist on a traditional baked eggs recipe takes no longer than 20 minutes to whip up.

'Cut cost of Christmas shop by 30%': Best time to shop in each supermarket to save money



December is the busiest month on record for British supermarkets but nearly 30 percent of Britons find shopping for Christmas food one of the most stressful parts of the holiday.

Friday 18 November 2022

DEAL OF THE DAY: Amazon slashes £22 off gin, whiskey, Baileys in Black Friday sale



Black Friday is the perfect time to get a bargain and Amazon has kickstarted its sale by slashing 40 percent off alcohol. With bottles from £10 up, find discounts on Hendrick's, Baileys, Southern Comfort, Tanqueray and more here.

'How to perfectly poach an egg': Absolutely key step before poaching will make it 'perfect



It's important not to miss a key step when making poached eggs.

Costa giving away free drinks to customers for six days



"Ronan Keating is responsible for some of the greatest love songs of all time, so who better to help us woo customers and shower them with love this festive season?"