Use a fluted pastry cutter when cutting out the pasta to create an attractive edge.

Bowl to melt chocolate should be large enough to securely set on mixing bowl without the mixing bowl lid.

To unmold ice ring: run base briefly under warm water to loosen.

To sugar cranberries: rinse and drain approximately 24 cranberries. Toss cranberries and ¼-⅔ cup sugar together in a small bowl to coat. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet and allow to dry (approx. 1 hr.).

Store candied walnuts in an airtight container and enjoy as a very moreish snack!

Replace pitted Kalamata olives with pitted olives of choice in this recipe.

This impressive French bread is named for its striking resemblance to a wheat stalk. While it looks complex, the unique pattern is made with scissors using a simple cutting technique. This is a great sharing bread for a dinner party. Alternatively, leave as a log shape and slice to serve.

For TM31 users: when blending gradually increase from speed 1 to speed 9.

Making homemade bread will save you money on your weekly food bill. This easy pitta bread recipe is fun to make – just watch the breads puff up in the oven as they bake!

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Originating in the Jewish communities of Poland, there are references to bagels dating back as far as the 17th century. A stiff dough, and boiling before baking, results in a dense, chewy interior and a shiny crust that is often sprinkled with poppy or sesame seeds.

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Adding baking soda to the water alkalizes it, which helps to produce a better crust.

Soy flour is available in health food shops. A vegan egg replacement can alternatively be used.

To test for proofing: place a small ball of dough in a glass of water and when it rises to the top the dough has finished proofing.

Lollipops start with the simple combination of sugar and water, which is made into a syrup then heated to a specific temperature to reach the hard-crack stage. They can be made with different shapes, using moulds or simply pouring the syrup on to an oiled or lined surface to set.

Cut pita bread in half to fill with sandwich fillings (e.g. lettuce leaves, tomatoes, cheese, cold meat, mayonnaise).

Focaccia can be served with meals or as a sandwich bread.

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If the chilli is too mild, season with more cayenne pepper during step 5 to taste.

Salt is used to draw the liquid out of the cabbage, and acts as a preservative.