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Whip it real good! How to stiffen egg whites to soft, firm, or stiff peaks
Whipping up egg whites to form peaks is an art every kitchen enthusiast should master on the path to culinary wizardry. Whether you're a novice baker or a seasoned pro, achieving soft, firm, or stiff peaks is a must if you want to get the ideal texture for your bakes. With your trusty KitchenAid mixer and its whisk accessory ready to go, let's uncover the secrets to mastering this essential skill.
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Decaf coffee demystified — answers to the hottest questions
Decaf coffee. Like it? Never had it? It’s undeniable that decaffeinated coffee has become a hot topic. When you boil it down to the basics: we’re talking about coffee beans that have had the caffeine stripped out by one method or another. Whether that makes it more or less healthy overall is not something that can be covered in a blog post. But let’s dip into some of the tastiest questions: how and why it’s done, is it as good, and what’s it like to brew?
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12 bread recipes with KitchenAid mixers
Making bread from scratch requires skill, experience, and heaps of patience. But the thrill of pulling a perfectly golden, crusty bread out of the oven is unparalleled – just ask any baker. Want to get better at making bread? Or start baking? Challenge yourself with these 12 bread recipes using KitchenAid mixers.
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Semi automatic vs. fully automatic espresso machine: how to choose
Coveting an espresso machine, but not sure which type to choose? Bring the spirit of the coffee shop to your kitchen with a stylish machine that can make an Espresso or Flat White in moments. It’s important to choose a home espresso machine that fits your taste and your space, giving you as much flexibility and convenience as you like. Check out the difference between the semi automatic and fully automatic espresso machines (sometimes called super automatic) so you can find a match made in heaven.
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19 espresso-based recipes to make and sip at home
Looking to impress your friends with a killer homemade Espresso Martini at your next dinner party? Or want to learn how to make a café-worthy latte at home? Either way, with these step-by-step recipes at your fingertips and a little help from your KitchenAid Espresso Machine, you can turn your kitchen into your very own barista station. From a boldly flavoured macchiato to a daring Irish coffee, there is an espresso-based drink for any time of day. Browse these 19 recipes, pick your favourite and make and sip them in the comfort of your own home.
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22 delicious soup recipes to sip and slurp all year round
Is it a quick, healthy snack, or a fully-fledged meal? Steamy and deeply comforting, or cool and surprisingly refreshing? Soup is all of the above. It’s the ultimate all-rounder. You can keep it simple and light or go all out with toppings like fresh herbs, creamy cheese or crunchy croutons, nuts and seeds. In any case, it’s an easy and tasty way to get your daily dose of veggies in. So whether you’re hankering for a soothing bowl of velvety butternut squash soup or looking for a chipper, ice-cold gazpacho, you came to the right place. You’ll sip and spoon your way down to the bottom of your bowl with each of these 22 flavourful soup recipes.
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23 brunch recipes for an indulgent Sunday brunch
Is it your turn to host the next Sunday brunch? Then you’ve come to the right place. With these stunning 23 brunch recipes to draw from, you can put together a gorgeous brunch menu in no time. Just make sure you’ve got a good mix of sweet and savoury dishes so there’s something for everyone. Did you invite any veggie or vegan guests? Think about them too. Once you’ve got the menu down, check if there are any recipes you can make in advance. Batter or dips are easy to make ahead and store in the fridge. You’ll have more time to fry eggs, make drinks – and more importantly – spend time with your loved ones. After all, isn’t that what Sunday brunch is all about?
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How to choose coffee beans for your home espresso machine
Few things in life are as satisfying as heading to a coffee shop on a cold morning and smelling that heavenly aroma as you step inside. You can pick your favourite coffee blend or single origin coffee from the menu and then fill your lungs with the intoxicating aroma of a freshly brewed cup. Moments like that make you wonder: what if I could make it at home? Well, you can! Start by choosing the right coffee beans for your espresso machine. It's time you called the shots.
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Café au lait vs. latte: What is the difference?
It's happened to all of us. You walk into that hip new coffee place, only to stare blankly at the minimalist menu board. Espresso, okay. Americano, easy. But latte vs. café au lait? What's the difference? With the barista getting impatient, you hurriedly announce your order: "Latte, please!" How different can they be? Quite a lot, actually! They can differ in everything from brewing method to flavour and presentation. With this handy guide, you'll soon be able to impress your coffee-loving friends when you offer them a drink at home.
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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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How to make a perfect cappuccino at home
In the pantheon of wonderful things Italy has gifted us, there’s one treasure that is often taken for granted. If you’ve ever sipped on a perfectly crafted cappuccino, you know it belongs right up there with the country's most iconic exports. Done just right, it's the Sistine Chapel, the Napoletana pizza, the Lamborghini of coffee drinks. And the best part? You can make the perfect cappuccino at home. With the right ingredients and just a bit of practice, your homemade cappuccinos will soon rival those served in the cosy bars tucked away on Rome's cobblestone alleys.
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20 simple cake recipes every baker should get the hang of
Can’t get enough of that sweet, comforting scent of a freshly baked cake filling your home? Or is the thrill of opening up the oven, taking out a delicious homemade cake to treat your loved ones to? No matter what makes you put on your apron and pull out your scales, having a stack of tried and tested go-to cake recipes is always handy. Because when it comes to baking cake, there doesn’t have to be a reason. So start getting the hang of these 20 easy, yet flavourful cake recipes and add them to your recipe book.
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