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Shade gardens: 10 planting ideas and design tips for success
Discover how to plant a shade garden with lush foliage and beautiful flowers, adding colour and interest year round
By Leigh Clapp •
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DIY wall panels: an easy step-by-step you could do this weekend
Love the look of wall panels? You can DIY them. Here's how
By Hebe Hatton •
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How to cook smoked haddock: a quick, healthy and tasty meal
Discover how to cook smoked haddock to perfection for a perfectly flavoured meal
By Anna Cottrell •
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Outbuildings and garden rooms: how to add one to your garden
Garden outbuildings are a great way to add room to your outdoor space, and value to your home. From planning permission to finalising garden room plans, we've got it all covered in this guide
By Lucy Searle •
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Cavolo nero: learn how to cook cavolo nero to perfection
This cavolo nero recipe will make you fall in love with curly kale's cousin. And that's a promise
By Anna Cottrell •
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Fondant potatoes: here's how to make your potatoes super tasty
Here's how to make fondant potatoes – a fancy, French take on the humble spud
By Emily Shaw •
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How to store vegetables
Proper vegetable storage is essential to keeping your veggies fresher for longer – and reducing food waste
By Anna Cottrell •
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Iced coffee: how to make iced coffee at home in under five minutes
This is the recipe for you if you're craving iced coffee. Coffee shops may be closed, but we're teaching you how to make iced coffee at home – and with equally tasty results
By Emily Shaw •
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Mushroom stroganoff: a tasty vegetarian dinner idea
Mushroom stroganoff is one of our favourite tasty, meat-free meals. And it's beyond nourishing...
By Anna Cottrell •
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Macaroni cheese: our go-to when we're after a comforting dinner idea
If you love a bit of mac 'n' cheese or need a quick and easy dinner idea, this macaroni cheese recipe is for you...
By Sarah Warwick •
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Roast pork: how to roast pork for crispy crackling
Roast pork is a winner when it comes to Sunday lunch. Find out how to get it right with our top tips
By Sarah Warwick •
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How to make self raising flour – using simple ingredients
Discover how to make self raising flour in under 30 seconds – and using just two ingredients – it really is that easy
By Emily Shaw •
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How to kill maggots – effective techniques for quick and easy results
Learn how to kill maggots if you've discovered you have an infestation and want to get rid of them as soon as possible
By Emily Shaw •
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How to get rid of mosquitoes: clever tricks and natural mosquito repellents to avoid a nasty bite
Discover the secret to how to get rid of mosquitoes. Here’s what you need to know to keep nasty mosquitoes at bay – and avoid getting bitten
By Sarah Warwick •
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BBQ prawns: these salt 'n' pepper prawns are all we're eating this weekend
Take a trip to flavour town with these tasty BBQ prawns – they're easy to prepare and absolutely delicious
By Emily Shaw •
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BBQ beef: this recipe is super easy, but delivers delicious results
We don't know about you, but we're planning on firing up the barbecue this weekend – and we can't wait for this BBQ beef
By Emily Shaw •
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Growing courgettes: learn how to grow courgettes the easy way
Discover everything you need to know about growing courgettes in our handy guide. We teach you how to grow courgettes and enjoy this summer crop in pasta, salads, or as a delicious vegetable side
By Anna Cottrell •
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Baked apples – a sugar-free dessert that's naturally sweet
These slow cook sugar-free stuffed baked apples with dried fruit and nuts are a healthy dessert everyone will love
By Lucy Searle •
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Pickle recipe: learn how to make pickle with leftover veg
This pickle recipe is an easy way to use up leftover veg you may have hanging around – and it calls for minimal ingredients
By Emily Shaw •
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How to make an omelette
Discover the tricks of the trade and whip up an eggcellent omelette (we're sorry)
By Niamh Quinn •
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Mug brownie: how to make a mug brownie in a microwave
A mug brownie is just the ticket if you're looking to make a gooey, chocolatey pudding in minutes
By Emily Shaw •
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Meatballs: try this tasty meatballs recipe if you're looking to dinner inspo
Discover how to make meatballs the Italian way with professional tips and an authentic recipe
By Anna Cottrell •
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Heatwave 2020: 12 ways to protect and enjoy your garden
Find out how to protect a garden from a heatwave this summer with these practical tips
By Anna Cottrell •
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Steak sandwich: a mighty dinner idea for meat lovers
This mega steak sandwich is one for the weekend – here's everything you need to know...
By Emily Shaw •
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Ikea meatballs: the Swedish superstore's secret recipe
Always wondered how they make Ikea meatballs? Well listen up, folks, because they've released the secret recipe...
By Emily Shaw •
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Cheese toastie: try this mega toastie recipe if you need an easy lunch idea
Discover how to make the ultimate cheese toastie – we think everyone should know about it
By Emily Shaw •
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Energy saving ideas: 18 ways to make an old home more energy efficient
Looking for energy saving ideas? Cut down your energy bills with these simple solutions for old properties
By Melanie Griffiths •
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Bean chilli: this veggie comfort food is packed with protein
This bean chilli is delicious, satisfying, plus quick and easy to make – exactly what you need for a weeknight dinner
By Anna Cottrell •
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Bread recipes: homemade soda bread, tiger bread, naan and more
Our bread recipes are just what you need to take your baking to the next level. Think sourdough, soda bread, tiger bread, naan, pizza dough and more – we've covered them all
By Emily Shaw •
