The excuses to bake just keep coming and this week you can sharpen your bread making skills. Real Bread Week will be held between February 20 to 28 of this year, an annual, international celebration of additive-free loaves and the people who make them. What is Real Bread Week? Created and run by the Real […]
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Waitrose has our Easter covered with these sweet recipes to try at home Happy Easter Biscuits Ingredients 175g Stork, diced 50g golden caster sugar 50g icing sugar 1 medium Columbian Blacktail Free Range Egg ½ tsp ground mixed spice 300g plain flour, plus extra for rolling Coloured icing and sprinkles, to decorate Method 1. Preheat […]
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Shrove Tuesday, also known as Pancake Day is celebrated in February or March preceding Ash Wednesday (the first day of Lent). Pancakes are associated with Shrove Tuesday because they are a way to use up rich foods such as eggs, milk, and sugar before the fasting season of the 40 days of Lent. The moveable […]
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Chocolate cakes you don’t have to bake? Yes please… Choc and Cherry Cake with Shortbread and Ginger This no-bake fridge cake from Waitrose, rich in fruit, nuts and orange-scented chocolate is a real teatime treat. Preparation time : 15 minutes& 2 hours setting time Serves: 10 Ingredients Icing sugar, to dust 2 x 100g bars […]
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We’re still in lockdown, and we all love a takeaway pizza and won’t blame you for ordering one this World Pizza Day. However, if you fancy a challenge, why not try and make your own. Here are five pizza dough recipes for a fun kitchen adventure. 1. All Recipes, Quick and Easy Pizza Crust Find […]
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The story of the Yorkshire pudding begins hundreds of years ago… Back when wheat flour began to become a common ingredient used in making cakes and puddings. Cooks in the North of England began to use the fat from the dripping pan to cook a batter pudding while meat roasted in the oven. In 1737, […]
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World Nutella Day was established in February 5, 2007 by Sara Rosso an American blogger and Nutella lover. Now we celebrate World Nutella Day every February, 5. You can join in the fun this year with the hashtag #WorldNutellaDay and while there are a few ways you can get involved, the yummiest way is through […]
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Celebrate the small things this 2021. As lockdown continues to make life grim, there are a few things that make the days great again. This January 27 is International Chocolate Cake Day and we can’t think of a better way to celebrate than with a slice of chocolate cake. 1. Terry’s Chocolate Orange Loaf Cake […]
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Shrove Tuesday is a whole three weeks away (February 16th), but we just can’t wait. Here’s some Waitrose pancake recipes to treat yourself right now Savoury… Sweetcorn & Red Onion Pancakes Ingredients 1 clove garlic, chopped 1 Cooks’ Ingredients Red Chilli, seeded and chopped 50g caster sugar 2 tbsp white wine vinegar 2 essential Waitrose […]
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January 23 is International Sticky Toffee Pudding Day and considering there is little to look forward to in lockdown, we see no reason why we shouldn’t take even the smallest of opportunities to celebrate the little things. So, why not celebrate this International Sticky Toffee Pudding Day the way it was intended — we’ve gathered […]
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Let’s not fall into the trap of making banana bread over and over. Here’s some unique Waitrose recipes to get creative with the fruit Oaty Banana Muffins with Nutella Ingredients 300g self-raising flour 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda 100g light brown soft sugar 50g porridge oats 2 ripe bananas 284ml carton buttermilk 75g essential Waitrose […]
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Don’t get stuck cooking the same dishes over and over – get creative this Veganuary with these easy recipes from Waitrose To start… Vegan Tomato Soup with Spinach Ravioli Preparation time: 15 minutes, plus coolingCooking time: 45 minutes Serves: 6 Ingredients 2 x 300g packs Waitrose 1 Red Choice Tomatoes, halved 3 medium leeks, trimmed […]
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Christmas is about indulging, but why not try something new? Here’s some mouth-wateringly good chocolate recipes for you to try Chocolate & Salted Caramel Traybake Perfect for parties with your bubble, this easy chocolate traybake is one recipe you’re sure to come back to. Preparation time: 25 minutesCooking time: 30 minutes Serves: 24 Ingredients 225g […]
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Treat yourself this winter with something sweet. Here’s some unique ways to create pastry goodness Mini Pear Strudels (vegetarian) Preparation time: 30 minutesCooking time: 20 minutes Makes: 6 Ingredients 2 Waitrose & Partners Conference Pears, peeled and cut into 1cm cubes 50g raisins 1½ tbsp caster sugar ½ lemon, juice ½ tsp ground cinnamon 3 […]
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Whether it’s a turkey and cranberry sandwich or a classic stir-fry you stick to, we’re always trying to come up with new ways to be inventive with our left-overs on Boxing Day. Here’s some perfect recipes to help Turkey & Black Bean Chilli Bowls Preparation time: 15 minutesCooking time: 20 minutes Ingredients 300g pack British […]
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Tired of Christmas pudding and want to try something new? Here’s some festive recipes to give you some inspiration. Festive Spiced Latté Cake Preparation time: 25 minutes, plus coolingCooking time: 50 minutes Serves: 10–12 Ingredients 250g unsalted butter, melted 300g self-raising white flour 1 tsp baking powder 250g Billington’s Light Brown Soft Sugar ½ tsp […]
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Christmas Eve is all about indulging in treats before the big day – so here’s your meal sorted with perfect Waitrose recipes Christmas Smoked Salmon & Creme Fraiche Blinis Preparation time: 10 minutesCooking time: 10 minutes Makes: 20 Ingredients 125g self-raising wholemeal flour Pinch salt 1 medium British Blacktail Free Range Egg, separated 150ml semi-skimmed […]
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While baking Christmas cookies is usually an American tradition, there is nothing wrong with adopting a little festive cheer, especially this year. Baking with your family can be one of the most enjoyable and satisfying activities. So, gather the troops and pick your favourite cookie recipe because it’s nearly Christmas and there is no excuse […]
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Last nights final (November 24) of the Great British Bake Off saw Peter Sawkins, Laura Adlington and Dave Friday enter the tent to compete for the final time. The three hopefuls had to complete a custard slice Signature Challenge, and a complex Technical which saw them tackle Prue Leith’s Coffee Walnut Whirls before going all […]
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It’s the final of the Great British Bake Off. With only three bakers left it all comes down their final bakes. So let’s join Peter, Dave and Laura for one last bake before the GBBO 2020 winner is announced. As it’s the final, we’re going to give you a sneak peak at this weeks challenges: […]
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