The Tom Collins cocktail was first recorded in “The Bartender’s Guide” published in 1876 by the ‘father of American mixology’ Jerry Thomas. The book was the second of Thomas’, with the cocktail originally being made from any of three alcohols – brandy, whisky or gin – but is now only made with the latter. One…
Classic gin and tonic cocktail
As soon as we are blessed with warm weather an abundance of Gin and Tonic’s make an appearance in bars and beer gardens across the UK, but did you know that it’s origin started from something far more important than a refreshing summer tipple? Malaria is a vicious and life-threatening disease if not protected against…
Chocolate orange bliss balls
As a nation we’re becoming more aware of what we should and shouldn’t be eating, and sugar is one that leads to much confusion. A quick stroll around your local supermarket will expose you to endless labels that boast ‘50% less sugar’ or ‘sugar-free’ but wait a minute, aren’t some sugars healthy? Simply cutting out…
Passion fruit custard pots
Passion fruit is high in both Vitamin A and C so is a great fruit to work into your diet but it can be tricky to work out how. Mousses, trifles and cakes may all taste great but are often laden with refined sugars that have lost their nutritional value during the extraction and purification…
Sugar free chocolate sauce
Whether you’re trying to lose weight, live a little healthier or just prefer food not overladen with sugar this Sugar Free Chocolate Sauce is sure to become a household favourite in no time. It’s just as versatile as shop bought sugar-heavy syrups and is perfect for mixing in with Cornflakes for Chocolate Nest Cakes, pouring…
Mexican style griddled corn
When we’re fortunate enough to be graced with sunshine here in the UK we become a nation of BBQ enthusiasts and head straight to our local supermarket to stock up on bread rolls, sausages and salads. Corn on the cob is a popular choice and a delicious one at that, but this year we’re stepping…
Quick beef pho
Originating in Vietnam a Pho dish (pronounced “fuh”) is a delicious, warming soup and although many choose to eat it in the colder months we think it’s fresh flavours and bright colours make it a great dish to tuck into all year round. Traditionally you would cook your stock for around 6 hours boiling the…
Hot cross buns
While the little ones tuck into yet another chocolate Easter egg or nest cake, there’s nothing better than indulging in a delicious homemade Hot Cross Bun. Traditionally enjoyed on Good Friday these Hot Cross Buns are so tasty we think you’ll be tucking into these all weekend long and whether you prefer them toasted or simply…
How to roast a leg of lamb
There’s a number of ways you can roast a lamb and although it may sound daunting to newbies, it’s surprisingly easy to do and requires very little prep work to deliver a juicy, tender meat that is packed full of flavour and delicious served with roast potatoes, vegetables and a rich mint gravy. This recipe…
Chocolate Easter egg nest cakes
There’s a reason this simple, seasonal favourite has lasted for so many years, and we’re yet to meet a child (big or small) who doesn’t love making and eating their Easter egg nest cakes. Once you’re done keep your eyes peeled for any leftover Mini Eggs as they have a sneaky habit of disappearing… Our…
Mexican style pancakes
We all have our favourite pancake toppings, whether it be a drizzle of maple syrup and some crispy bacon rashers or a generous helping of Nutella (you can check out our Nutella stuffed pancakes here!) but have you ever considered turning this typically sweet treat into a savoury one? We were busy hunting for an…
Strawberry coulis
Mastering a great coulis is something you won’t regret as they can be brought out on so many different occasions you’ll wonder why you never got to grips with one before. They’re so simple to make and can really transform a dish (like our Heart Shaped American Pancakes), so we have put together a simple…
American style pancakes
Pancakes shouldn’t just be enjoyed on Shrove Tuesday, we think they’re a tasty breakfast all year round and lend themselves to being topped with a whole host of delicious ingredients to make these a delightfully indulgent weekend treat. We’re dipping into the ProCook archive for these tasty pancakes, but we are firm believers in the…
Red velvet hot chocolate
A lot of us are guilty of it, scrolling through Pinterest pinning to our heart’s content, filling boards with things we want to try but never getting round to it. Sound familiar? Well we decided that we’re going to start doing something about it and we’re going to start testing out some of the recipes we…
Nutella hot chocolate
It is no secret that we are big fans of Nutella here at ProCook HQ, so as soon as we spotted this Nutella Hot Chocolate recipe on Pinterest we knew it just had to be a part of our tried and tested piece where we put four popular hot chocolate recipes from the platform to…
