Cooking Tips

This shelf-stable product is a form of concentrated milk in which about 60% of the water content has been removed, after which sugar is added before canning. It contains 40% to 45% sugar. It's rich and thick, with a caramel color and a super-sweet flavor.

Nutmeg is believed to have mild sedative properties, and when combined with the soothing and comforting qualities of warm milk, it may contribute to improved sleep quality. Digestive comfort: both nutmeg and milk have been traditionally used to soothe the digestive system.

While it's important to consume caramel in moderation as a part of a balanced diet, it can provide a quick energy boost, reduce stress, enhance digestion, boost the immune system, and promote healthy skin and bone health.

COLLECT SKILLS, NOT RECIPES! Home cooks should aim to develop a repertoire not only of tried-and-test recipes but of skills too. Once mastered, they can apply them across any number of different recipes.

Lebanese cucumbers are long and cylindrical in shape with dark green skin, white flesh and crisp texture. They are smaller, have smoother skin and a sweeter flavor than the common cucumber.

COMICE PEARS were originally cultivated in France. They are known as the sweetest pear variety, and are often the variety shipped in gift boxes. They have light green skin with a blush of pinkish red.