• Slide 1 of 34: These simple ingredients have transformative qualities. They can introduce sweet, savoury or aromatic notes, and ultimately turn a mundane dish into a showstopper. Here are some of our favourite basic ingredients that every cook should have and how to use them.
  • Slide 2 of 34: Little in size but big on flavour, capers are salted, pickled flower buds commonly found in Mediterranean, Middle Eastern and North African cooking. They bring an aromatic and salty flavour, working particularly well when added to light chicken or fish dishes. They're also great in salad dressings that need to be punchy but not fiery. Learn more about capers with our handy guide
  • Slide 3 of 34: Capers are essential for salsa verde, a gorgeous green sauce that livens up meat, fish and salads. You'll need them to balance out the buttery sauce that's served with a chicken piccata too. Their sharpness means they're a staple ingredient in tartare sauce, the perfect accompaniment for British favourite fish and chips.

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These simple ingredients have transformative qualities. They can introduce sweet, savoury or aromatic notes, and ultimately turn a mundane dish into a showstopper. Here are some of our favourite basic ingredients that every cook should have and how to use them
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