Good food from an ordinary kitchen.
Reliable methods, a cupboard that always has dinner in it, and food for the evenings when friends come round.
Mise en Place at Home: Cook Calmer by Preparing First
Professional kitchens run on preparation. Borrowing that one habit turns a frantic weeknight dinner into a calm one.
PantryA Pantry That Makes Dinner Easy
A well-chosen cupboard means there is always a meal in the house, even on the day you forgot to shop.
Slow cookingBraising: The Most Forgiving Way to Cook
Brown it, add a little liquid, cover and wait. Braising turns cheap, tough cuts and hard vegetables into the most comforting food there is.
BasicsStock From Scraps: Turning Leftovers Into a Base
Onion ends, carrot peel and a roast chicken carcass are not rubbish. Simmered gently, they become the foundation of soups, sauces and braises.
For a crowdMatch-Day Food for a Crowd: Cook Ahead, Watch the Game
When friends come round to watch football, the host should be on the sofa at kick-off, not at the stove. Plan food that is finished before the game starts.
For a crowdSnacks for a Card Night: Food That Keeps the Cards Clean
Greasy fingers ruin a deck. Good card-night food is small, dry-handed and easy to reach without leaving the table.