Zest recipes
Zest is the term used to describe the grated outer rind of citrus fruit containing aromatic essential oils. Remove the zest carefully using a grater, a potato peeler or a zester, depending on the intended use. Take care not to remove any of the white pith with the zest, as it can be very bitter. The zest of citrus fruits can be used to add flavour to sweet or savoury dishes, or as a decoration or garnish.
by Becca Spry
This wonderfully simple lemon drizzle cake recipe is super-quick to prepare and perfect for weekend baking with the kids. This recipe makes a lemon drizzle loaf, but if you want to make a lemon cake in a different shape, try our cake calculator.
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