Economical and Eco Friendly Food Use

Helpful Hints & Tips For Storing & Freezing...

There's no doubt about it: eating in season, especially if you've grown your own, can save you money. But with a little clever thinking, you can store, freeze or preserve the seasonal harvest and enjoy your favourites for longer.

January's Most Popular Articles...

What's The Best Way to Cook and Freeze Stew or Casserole?: Cooking a beef stew is usually very simple. There are really only three rules: cook slowly, cook gently and leave… [928 views in Jan]
How to Store and Cook Leftover Vegetables: It’s Sunday night, and there’s a big pile of leftover vegetables in the steamer. Don’t let them go to waste – those leftovers will give… [342 views in Jan]
Defrosting Food Safely: Defrosting food safely is essential in preventing food poisoning. Here’s our guide to safe defrosting. How Safe Defrosting Prevents Food Poisoning In the UK,… [282 views in Jan]
How to Pickle Onions: If you have an onion glut – or even if you don’t – then pickling is the answer. Making your own gives you the opportunity to choose your own flavourings for the… [170 views in Jan]
How to Freeze Cakes and Baked Goods: A stash of homemade cakes in the freezer really puts the anxious hostess’s mind at rest. Unexpected visitors? No problem – just whip out a… [158 views in Jan]
Storing and Using Leftover Ham: Cooking a joint of gammon is usually far cheaper than buying those packets of sliced ham. It gives you lots of extra leftovers for family suppers, plus a… [106 views in Jan]