Glossary

I'll try to add explanations of the terms used in the recipes over time. I really want this blog to be helpful for cooks who are just starting out so I don't mean to be patronising - if you already know the terms then hurrah! - but there was a time when I didn't so I'm going to keep explaining!!!

• A word about terms for mixing! 'Whisk' means use a fork / whisk / electric whisk to mix together fast and trying to add air to the mixture - think fluffy. 'Beat' means use a wooden spoon and stir the mixture hard so it goes smooth - think no lumps. 'Fold' means use a metal spoon (or wooden but metal seems to be best) and gently combine the ingredients - this is used when you want to keep the mixture light. Make a figure of eight with the spoon in the bowl and try to include the outside of the mixture. When folding think - no more than 15 stirs.