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How to know if mango is ripe
How to tell if a mango is ripe? It should yield gently to pressure and smell sweet at the stem end. Colour alone won't…
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How to use beef tallow
How to use beef tallow? Roast potatoes, sear steaks, fry eggs and make Yorkshire puddings with it — a high smoke point fat with…
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How much coffee to make 12 cups
How much coffee to make 12 cups? Use 170–180g (about 24 level tablespoons) of ground coffee per 1.5-litre pot. UK guide to ratios, scoops…
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How to defrost a bagel
How to defrost a bagel? Slice before freezing, then toast straight from frozen. Or microwave for 30–60 seconds, or leave at room temperature for…
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How long does chorizo take to cook
How long does chorizo take to cook? Raw chorizo sausages need 15–20 minutes; sliced raw chorizo needs 4–5 minutes. Cured chorizo needs no cooking…
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How much loose tea per cup
How much loose tea per cup? Use 2–3g (one rounded teaspoon) per 200–250ml of water. Our UK guide covers exact measures, water temperatures and…
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How long to cold proof sourdough
Cold proof sourdough for 12–16 hours in the fridge at 3–5°C for the best flavour and crumb. Learn timings, the poke test and how…
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How to keep honey from crystallizing
Stop honey crystallising by storing it sealed at 18–24°C — never in the fridge. Learn why crystals form, how to prevent them and how…
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How to make cortado
A cortado is equal parts espresso and steamed milk — a 60ml double shot plus 60ml silky milk in a small glass. Follow our…
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How long does a shake last at room temp
A protein shake lasts up to 2 hours at room temperature (1 hour above 32°C). Learn why shakes spoil fast, how to spot off…