Take a trip to the tropics without ever leaving your kitchen. A caramel made with butter and sugar is much more forgiving than a caramel made with just water and sugar, and it can be stirred as it ...

Pineapple Upside Down Cake. Photo credit ... These cookies are an ideal treat when you’re looking for a simple joy to brighten your day. Yellow Plum Crumble Bars. Photo credit: Bake What You Love.

Alamy Custard powder uses starch instead of eggs to thicken, and boomed in popularity because it was portable and storable (Credit: Alamy) How can the makings for a simple dessert cause carnage ...

Custard powder makes a delicious dessert but also has a rather less savoury potential – in certain conditions, it can be a powerful explosive. Instant custard powder is a staple of many kitchens ...