Mirepoix - What Is It and What Is It For
Mirepoix is a specific trio of vegetables; onions, carrots and celery. It is used to build a ba…
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byThe Solo Chef
You don't have to add all the spices listed below, but they do make a very tasty batter! Why…
Easy Quick Pepper(corn) and Mushroom Sauce for Steak
byThe Solo Chef
Once you've cooked your steak to perfection you need to let it rest before cutting/eating it…
Prawn Egg Foo Yung
byThe Solo Chef
One of the most popular dishes from a Chinese Takeaway (next to Egg Fried Rice and Chips) is the…
Chinese Style Garlic Gravy
byThe Solo Chef
Perfect for pouring on Egg Foo Yung, mushrooms or even chips! Portions: 2 Ingredients ½ tbsp Oi…
How To Cook The Perfect Chicken Breasts
byThe Solo Chef
A moist whole Roast Chicken is delicious, but if you try and roast a couple of chicken breasts o…
Pressure Cooker Steak and Kidney Pie Filling
byThe Solo Chef
We've been eating Steak and Kidney pie since time began (OK not quite that far back, but cer…
Chinese Takeaway Chicken Chop Suey Recipe
byThe Solo Chef
Any kind of stir fry is quick and simple to make, you just need to do your Mise en Place and ge…
DIY Cheap Mini Roast Chicken Dinner
byThe Solo Chef
After a busy week at work, weekends are for resting, having fun, relaxing and taking it easy! T…
What Potatoes Are Best for Roast Potatoes
byThe Solo Chef
So, what Makes a Potato Good for Roasting? A potato is good for roasting if it is: High starch …
How To Make The Best Roast Potatoes
byThe Solo Chef
You can just lightly par boil some potatoes and then bake them in a some oil for 45 minutes and …