James Martin: Home Comforts

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James Martin shares his recipes and secrets for home cooking from his own kitchen.

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James Martin: Home Comforts: Series 1: Episode 13: Store Cupboard Staples

Store Cupboard Staples

Episode 13

Episode 13: Store Cupboard Staples

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BBC Two - James Martin: Home Comforts, Series 1, Store Cupboard Staples

Historian Gerard Baker delves into the history behind our store cupboard spices.

TV chef James Martin shares recipes made with the help of store cupboard staples, including a cheat's tomato soup with basil made from tinned tomatoes.

James shares his easy but delicious home-cooked recipes made with the help of some store cupboard staples. These include the world's best macaroni cheese made from dried pasta, a cheat's tomato soup with basil made from tinned tomatoes, and a white chocolate and whiskey croissant pudding. Historian Gerard Baker delves into the history behind our store cupboard spices, using them to create a medieval 'farced partridge,' and artisan food producer Nick Greef explains how he has turned his South African grandfather's recipe for the perfect biltong into an award-winning business.

James Martin: Home Comforts: Series 1

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