I used to go to a lot of trouble to make very fancy desserts around the holidays. If you’re somebody that wants to do that, more power to you.” ...

The spirit of the Sugar Plum Fairy still found its way onto WWI tables, as plum pudding remained one of the era’s most beloved Christmas desserts. Households relied heavily on dried fruits like prunes ...

Ruth Langsford shared her mum’s recipe for the perfect cranberry sauce - you can make it now and freeze it for Christmas ...

Rick Stein’s expert tips for cooking the perfect Christmas dinner - One of Britain’s most-loved chefs shares his tips for ...

Cast-iron cookware can withstand a great deal of clanking and scraping, but some ingredients will damage the surface. I asked a chef about which foods to avoid when cooking with cast iron. David lives ...

In a large bowl, mix oil, chocolate, granulated sugar and vanilla. Stir in eggs, one at a time. Stir in flour, baking powder ...