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So you’re a couple of months into university life now and are having to fend for yourself! Check out our Student Survival Guide if your still struggling with some of the kitchen basics. Equipment – Don’t go and buy a 12-piece crockery set, all you’re soon-to-be housemates will be doing the same. Then you’ll have one mighty large washing up problem! However, there are a couple of things you should make sure you have. Invest in a casserole as this can be used for anything on the hob. And a good quality large knife – this will handle anything. More on utensils. Planning – When writing your shopping list, plan what dinners you’re going to eat for that week – then you’ll know exactly what to get. You’ll also save from making endless trips to the corner shop for things you’ve forgotten. Saving at the Supermarket – Don’t impulse buy at the local shop – they ARE more expensive. Do big shops at the supermarket once per week or fortnight. Don’t be frightened at the initial cost of bulk buying meat – it WILL pay off in next weeks food shop (remember to freeze the meat you don’t need that week). Bulk Cooking (The REAL Money Saver) – You don’t have to be cooking for someone in order to bulk cook. If you can all cook for each other once a week then great, however, if you’re cooking just for yourself, cook simple recipes in bulk and freeze the leftovers. An extra freezer may come in extremely useful here. We know you need to save money, so log onto your local Freecycle Network as freezers are always going for free on here. Before you know it, you’ll have stockpiled a whole host of dinners in your freezer ready to re-heat without any hassle. Lunch Time – If you can, make sandwiches and take them into Uni wherever possible. Don’t worry, your student counterparts won’t look down on you for this. Extending Shelf Life – If you’re going to be making smoothies, mix and chop the fruit and freeze the mixed fruit in separate sandwich bags. You can also chop and freeze veg and bread too. Health and Nutrition – And if that’s not enough information to get you started cooking as a student, don’t forget the governments recommended Eatwell Plate. This will be even more important considering the amount of drink you’re likely to consume in the next 3-4 years! Check out our Simple Student Recipes. And for Simple Cooking Tips, check out the rest or our Cooking Guides. |
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This post was written by Warren Nash on November 10, 2010 |
Well it’s Guy Folks night on Friday (then we can start talking about Christmas!). If you’re going out to see some fireworks, then what better feeling than to come home from the cold to a heart warming plate of Spag Bol or Chilli. All you need to do is prepare the dinner (up to simmer) beforehand and leave it on the lowest heat (add some water as well) whilst you’re out.
What more could you ask for?
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This post was written by Warren Nash on November 3, 2010 |
It’s that time of year and if you’re looking for a recipe inspired by spooooky halloween, then try this Butternut Squash Soup recipe. All you need to do is swap the Squash for Pumpkin and you’ve got yourself a great tasting Pumpkin Soup.
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This post was written by Warren Nash on October 27, 2010 |
Check out our latest cook-a-long recipe podcast – Chicken Wrapped in Parma Ham
It’s simple to make and tastes great. It turns out propa gourmet as well so you’re likely to impress your guests with this one!
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This post was written by Warren Nash on October 20, 2010 |
Mighty sorry about the disappearing act! But hopefully you’ve had chance to see we’ve been quiet busy in the mean time.
FitBrits.com has a fresh new look to compliment its wonderful visitors (that’s you by the way)! And we’ve FINALLY got a great search tool on the site to make it even easier to find great recipes to cook from scratch.
The site wouldn’t be what it is without the brilliant photography of Mr Ross Swift of Nottingham, you can see some of his great photos here
So take a look around and let us know what you think at hello@fitbrits.org
Check out our latest cook-a-long podcast here – Chicken wrapped in Parma Ham
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This post was written by Warren Nash on October 12, 2010 |
| Make your dinner taste as good reheated as when you first cooked it with these handy hints.Temperature – Whether you’re reheating in the oven or in a saucepan, don’t have the temperature too high. If using an oven, go for about 170°c and if using the hob, use a middle sized ring on the lowest heat. Remember, you’re not re-cooking, just reheating…
Read the full Meals to Go article. |
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This post was written by Warren Nash on July 21, 2010 |
| So, you’re a student and having to fend for yourself! Check out our Student Survival Guide and you’ll be cooking Quick, Easy Recipes in no time.
Equipment – Don’t go and buy a 12-piece crockery set, all you’re soon-to-be housemates will be doing the same. Then you’ll have one mighty large washing up problem!.. |
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This post was written by Warren Nash on July 14, 2010 |
| It is never too early or too late to start cooking. Some people love cooking and find it relaxing. Others dread it and would rather eat TV dinners every night. Wherever you stand, cooking is something everyone should try and at least have a basic knowledge of. I guarantee that if it wasn’t for lack of time, knowledge and the proper cookware more people would try their luck at cooking. To help out any beginners, I have put together a few tips for the novice chef to hopefully make the experience as pleasant as possible... |
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This post was written by Warren Nash on July 7, 2010 |
| Why cant the world just be metric!? Check out our free Conversion Chart to help you on your way.
Download the Conversion Chart here. Stick it on the inside of your kitchen cupboard – it’s the perfect size!.. |
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This post was written by Warren Nash on June 30, 2010 |
| When Summer is here, there’s no better way to cook and grill than on the barbecue. Whether you’re cooking Spare Ribs or have a great BBQ Chicken Recipe, check out our guide to cooking on the barbeque.
Marinating – If you want to impress your guests, marinate your meat at least 2 hours before cooking (or over night). There are plenty of marinades available off the shelf, or, it’s easy to make your own with these basics:.. |
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This post was written by Warren Nash on June 23, 2010 |
