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How to crack a coconut

Cracking a coconut isn't nearly as difficult - or dangerous - as it could be, with Delia's advice. And fresh coconut really is a great addition to curries and sambals.

 
 

How to choose Camembert

Camembert should be bought, then stored, then eaten at exactly the right time if you're to enjoy it at its creamy ripe best. Delia tells you how to enjoy this sublime French cheese.

 
 

How to dry-roast spices

Although you can buy good-quality ground spices, purist cooks of Asian food always grind their own, having dry-roasted them first to bring out the full flavour and add a toasty element. Here, Delia shows you how.

 
 

How to use gelatine

Gelatine is invaluable when making jellies, terrines and creamy desserts such as panna cotta, but use too much and your puds will be bouncing off the plates. Delia describes the best way to use gelatine. (And remember, you can buy veggie versions too!).

 
 

How to make pancakes

Delia offers flipping good advice on this breakfast staple - which, of course, is also de rigueur for Shrove Tuesday. It's not hard to do so get out that frying pan!

 
 

Herbs: how to use them

Make full use of fresh herbs all year round to add an extra dimension to your cooking. Delia tells you how.

 
 

Cooks' Questions on Christmas

Find out what questions our members are asking about Christmas cookery...

 
 

Cooks' questions - out of the ordinary

Find out what questions our members are asking about the more unusual aspects of home cooking...

 
 

Cooks' Questions on Puddings and sweets

Find out what questions our members are asking about the sweet things in life...