Recent content by queensqueeze

I find the best way to test if the centre of the cake has cooled enough is to cut a slice and eat it :rolleyes:. I also often put a slice of paper towel in the bottom of my tins- though typing this I realise I have no scientific evidence for this, just habit I guess.

I cook for kids for a living and to help them get used to whole wheat pasta I give them a mix (using the same shape but plain and whole wheat types). just throw the whole wheat ones in a couple of minutes earlier than the plain. It is also a good option for a gradual change over to whole wheat...

First post-:chef: Yesterday I made my own rosewater for the first time so today I used it in a shortcrust pastry (with a little cinnamon and nutmeg too). Then I turned the pastry into apple and quince pies (poached the quinces Friday). I was inspired by some individual vintage pie pans I found...