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Detailed information about energy density and cooking methods
February 2026
Baking vs Frying in Home Meals
Understanding how different cooking methods affect energy density and the nutritional composition of everyday home-cooked meals through the lens of temperature, cooking fat, and moisture retention.
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February 2026
Increasing Vegetables in Classic British Dishes
Exploring how vegetables can be incorporated into traditional British recipes to increase portion volume while maintaining familiar meal structures and flavors.
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February 2026
Oil and Fat Choices in Everyday Cooking
A neutral examination of different fat sources used in British home cooking, their energy contributions, and how selection affects the overall composition of dishes.
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February 2026
Dairy Alternatives in Recipes
An overview of dairy product variations commonly found in British kitchens and how different options affect the energy density of traditional recipes.
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February 2026
Herbs and Spices in Flavour Building
Understanding how fresh and dried herbs, spices, and other seasonings contribute flavor to dishes while contributing minimal energy, and their role in British home cooking.
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February 2026
Whole Grains in Traditional UK Sides
Examining how whole grain varieties are used in British cooking and how their nutritional composition and preparation methods affect the final energy density of common side dishes.
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