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Now chocolate is an incredibly delicate ingredient. Delicate in that it is solid at room temperature but as soon as you put it in your mouth, it becomes liquid literally. So the difference between those two temperatures sometimes is not a lot. You have to be very very careful to ensure you melt the chocolate but not cook it. Here are three ways to do it successfully. For the full transcript vis...

If you use gelatine regularly, you're going to love Jel-It-In. If you have not tried this yet I highly recommend it. It's gelling properties are quite amazing and it dissolves far more effectively than straight gelatine. It's also vegetarian for those of you who prefer that. Get the transcript here - www.victoriahansenfood.com/video-blog-review-jel-it-in/ And mroe video blogs here - www.victori...

Hello I'm Victoria Hansen. I'm a TAS high school teacher (specialising in Food Technology, previously known as Home Economics). In addition to being a teacher, I have also spent many years working in Food Media, doing stints on both TV and Radio, as well as Print Media, writing for food magazines. This channel has undergone a number of name changes over the years, but I've finally settled on Vi...

This basic sauce can be made in four consistencies depending on its end use. The thickness of the sauce is achieved by increasing the butter and flour but keeping the milk at the same volume. Béchamel can be sweet or savoury and is also the base of many recipes. Béchamel can also be made using oil instead of butter. Substitute the butter for oil in exact quantity. Choose neutral oil such as ric...

You couldn't ask for a better thickener than arrowroot. This silky white powder is fat free, easy to digest and flavourless. Arrowroot thickens at low temperatures which makes it perfect for egg based sauces and custards. Because it doesn't get cloudy on thickening, it also makes beautiful fruit sauces and gravies.Always store arrowroot in an airtight container and use within 2 months because i...

Baked apples are a tasty treat to serve for dessert, and so easy to make. Serve them up after a roast dinner to top off your meal. Choose firm apples that will hold their shape when baked such as a Granny Smith or Golden Delicious. You'll also need butter, cinnamon, plain flour, raisins, sugar, chopped walnuts, and a water and orange juice mixture. Wash and core the apples then peel a narrow st...

Jackfruit is the largest tree borne fruit in the world, it can reach 36 kg in weight, up to 90 cm long and 50 cm in diameter. A ripe Jackfruit should make a hollow sound when patted and should have a strong aroma. Choose fruit without bruises or soft spots. The pale green skin ripens to a yellowy-brown. Jackfruit will keep at room temperature for 3 - 10 days. Cut or ripe fruit should be refrige...

An aromatic annual plant native to India, Basil is a highly fragrant herb that's been greatly appreciated. It was particularly esteemed by the ancient Greeks, who called it basilikon, meaning "royal." Basil is the quintessential herb for seasoning tomatoes. It also goes very well with garlic, onions, and olives, and is used to liven up pasta, salads, eggs, vegetables, fish, seafood, chicken and...

Making mealtime playful can mean healthier eating for kids! Here are some creative ways to build more fruits and vegetables into your child's daily diet...Top a bowl of cereal with a smiley face: banana slices for eyes, raisins for nose and a peach or apple slice for the mouth. Make frozen fruit kebabs using pineapple pieces, bananas, grapes and berries. Take kids food shopping. Each week, let ...

Nothing beats a great risotto. This oyster mushroom and pork risotto is a perfect quick and delicious evening meal. You'll need Arborio rice, onion and fresh garlic, chicken stock, parmesan cheese, a little white wine and butter, plus oyster mushrooms and pork strips. Heat a little oil in a pan, and add the pork strips cooking till just browned, then add the oyster mushrooms and cook till soft....

First made in the 19th Century, macaroni and cheese originally consisted of boiled noodles that were layered in a buttered baking dish and topped with grated cheddar or Swiss cheese. The dish was then baked until the cheese melted. Today most macaroni and cheese recipes call for the cheese sauce to be made separately. To boost flavour in your macaroni & cheese recipe, use various cheese such as...

The broad category or citrus fruits includes oranges, tangerines, lemons, limes, grapefruit, pomelos and kumquats. They are characterised by their segmented flesh and acid flavours, which range from delightfully sweet to quite tart. Though some citrus fruits are available year round, they are generally winter fruits grown in tropical and temperate climates around the world. When choosing citrus...

Salads are one of the easiest, healthiest and quickest meals to whip up. Here are some tips...Substitute grapefruit juice for vinegar in oil-vinegar dressings. Use almonds and dried banana chips as "crouton", to add some crunch to fruit salads. Perk up soggy lettuce by adding lemon juice to a bowl of ice-cold water, and soak in the refrigerator. Spin greens before making the salad or pat them d...

Whisking egg whites can be done by hand or electric mixer, but the following points should be observed to create a perfect whip. The whites should be at room temperature. Avoid using plastic utensils as they tend to retain fatty substances, which inhibit the frothing power of egg whites. Use a copper bowl if possible; avoid aluminium bowls. There should be no trace of yolk in the whites. A sing...

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