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The ultimate guide to making iced coffee at home
Coffee. Ice cubes. Maybe a splash of milk. Making iced coffee sounds easy. But if you've ever taken a sip and wondered where your coffee went, you know there's more to it than that. Here, you’ll learn how to brew rich, café-worthy iced coffee at home and why the right machine makes all the difference.
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Baking creams explained: types, textures and when to use them
From the rich pastry cream inside your profiteroles to a pillowy chantilly on a crispy pavlova, cream might just be the hardest-working thing in pastry. It adds structure, contrast, and that indulgent feel you love in a dessert. Some are airy and delicate. Others are thick and stable enough to pipe, layer or glaze. Here you'll learn how each cream works, where to use it and how to nail the texture every time.
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Folding in baking
"Fold in gently." You've seen it in recipes, and maybe paused at it. In a nutshell it’s the technique that keeps mousse fluffy and sponge cakes light. Here you’ll learn how it works, which recipes call for it, how it differs from mixing, whisking and stirring, and get tips that'll save your soufflé every time.
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How to cook seafood
Seafood. It’s quick, light and at home in just about any dish. But it’s also easy to overcook. And every type behaves differently. Once you understand a few basics though, it gets surprisingly easy. Knowing which fish to use, how to prep it and when to take it off the heat. Get the hang of those and you'll nail the texture, skip the rubbery prawns and cook just about any seafood dish with more confidence. These tips and recipes will get you there.
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3 key tips when making your own pizza dough
Pizza. Just about everyone likes it, and everybody’s got their favourite. But while ordering a pepperoni from your go-to pizza place on a Friday night is oh so easy, there’s something incredibly satisfying about eating a pizza that you made from scratch. Want to make your own restaurant-quality pizza at home? Keep in mind these three key tips and let your KitchenAid Stand Mixer take some of the work off your hands.
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How to store fresh pasta
Fresh pasta is a people-pleaser as it’s tasty and filling. But this family’s favourite often leaves you with unused dough or strands. So, what’s a home chef to do? It’s important to know exactly how to store it to preserve all that fantastic freshness and flavour. If you need tips on how to store fresh pasta, look no further. Get familiar with the best methods for storing it, including how to dry and freeze pasta so you can enjoy it for weeks ahead.
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How to shred chicken in a stand mixer… like magic
Shredded chicken, and other cooked meats are your secret to succulent dishes like tacos, chicken chilli, pulled pork or shredded beef enchiladas. When you look at shredded meat recipes, remember that you can use your stand mixer to achieve them. Yes, that versatile mixer is useful for far more than mixing, whisking and baking challenges. Your included beater is the ideal tool for quickly shredding meat into a mouthwatering bowlful. Let’s look at how it’s done, as well as some tips and shredded meat recipe ideas.
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Types of coffee roasts: What are the differences?
First things first, you may be wondering why we roast coffee beans at all? Well, if you've ever tasted an uncured olive, that rather unpleasant experience is on a par with an unroasted coffee bean. Freshly picked coffee beans couldn’t be more different to those rich, brown beans, with that instantly recognisable aroma that we know and love. They're green for starters and have a kind of grassy smell. It's the roasting that transforms these rather plain beans into something extraordinary. It releases all those wonderful flavours and aromas that make coffee one of the most popular drinks in the world. Let’s discover how each roasting technique impacts the flavour, aroma, and caffeine kick of your coffee…
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Different types of coffee
Just like the drink itself, the world of different types of coffee and different types of coffee drinks is incredibly rich and vibrant. From the beans to the grind sizes to the brew methods and recipes, there’s always more to explore. As a coffee lover, you can never get bored!
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How to store coffee beans
So you’ve just picked up some amazing coffee beans. The kind that smell so good they give you a lift just by sniffing them. But how do you store coffee beans after you’ve opened up the bag? Keeping all those delicious flavours locked in for each espresso or morning brew. From airtight containers, to whether you should be storing coffee beans in the fridge or freezer, we’re diving into all the best ways to keep your coffee beans in top condition. But first things first. Let’s take a closer look at what affects your coffee beans’ freshness.
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What is crema in coffee?
It’s considered the mark of a perfect espresso, but what is crema? And why is it so sought after? We reveal the secrets of that elusive rust-coloured espresso foam and how to achieve it with an espresso machine at home.
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Types of coffee drinks
Fancy a coffee? Let’s see…. there are so many types of coffee drinks, you can satisfy even the most unusual craving. Hot, cold, spiced… in a cocktail… with a splash of alcohol? Discover the best loved and most popular types of coffee drinks and, even better, how to create them yourself at home. Bring an exceptional world of coffee to your kitchen, from a robust espresso to a decadent Affogato. Let’s go...
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