Your kitchen’s about to smell amazing…

<p>So, <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/article/first-look-at-the-great-british-bake-off-2016-line-up">The Great British Bake Off</a>&rsquo;s in full swing and that can only mean one thing &ndash; the rest of us are going baking crazy too! But before you attempt to concoct a showstopper, you need to master the basics. Here are a few simple recipes that will have your kitchen smelling delicious and your tummy feeling happy. Of course, all of the <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/aisle/home-baking-sugar-desserts/home-baking/910000975443" target="_blank">ingredients</a> you need (not to mention some gorgeous <a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/home-garden/baking/D26M08G08C02,default,sc.html" target="_blank">baking accessories</a>) are available from <a href="http://www.asda.com/" target="_blank">Asda</a>.</p><p>Hey, maybe we&rsquo;ll see you on next year&rsquo;s Bake Off…?</p><h2>A BLOOMING DELICIOUS BASIC BREAD</h2><p>A <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/masterclass-bread">basic bloomer</a> is a great trick to master and there&rsquo;s nothing more satisfying than kneading dough. But be warned &ndash; when your friends and family sniff out the unmistakable scent of freshly baked bread, they&rsquo;ll be flocking to your house armed with butter…</p><p><img alt="238_bloomer-white" class="ci-image ci-original" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/238_bloomer-white_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>THE KIDS WILL LOVE MAKING BREAD IN A BAG</h2><p>Want to get the kids involved with your baking exploits? You&rsquo;re brave! But this simple <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/bread-in-a-bag">recipe for wholemeal bread</a>, in a variety of shapes and sizes, is a fun and satisfying activity for a rainy day. Plus the hearty results will be great for a picnic when the sun comes out…</p><p><img alt="239_bread-rolls" class="ci-image ci-original" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/239_bread-rolls_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>AN ITALIAN CLASSIC IDEAL FOR ENTERTAINING</h2><p>You&rsquo;ve mastered the basics &ndash; well done! But now it&rsquo;s time to get a bit fancy. <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/masterclass-focaccia">Focaccia</a> is the perfect bread to share with friends over a glass or two of wine, and it&rsquo;s not as tricky to master as it looks.</p><p><img alt="240_foccaccia" class="ci-image ci-original" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/240_foccaccia_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>A TASTY PASTRY WORTH PERFECTING</h2><p><a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/sweet-shortcrust-pastry-for-mince-pies">Perfect pastry</a> can be tricky, but mastering it is worthwhile as you&rsquo;ll be able to whip up delicious treats like bakewell tarts, lemon meringue pies and mince pies.</p><p><img alt="241_lemon-meringue" class="ci-image ci-original" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/241_lemon-meringue_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>BE THE JAMMIEST BAKER AROUND</h2><p>You&rsquo;ll delight your kids and colleagues alike if you learn how to make <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/masterclass-doughnuts">jam doughnuts</a>. Don&rsquo;t be afraid to experiment with different fillings too &ndash; a great excuse to taste-test them first! Yum.</p><p><img alt="242_jam-doughnuts" class="ci-image ci-original" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/242_jam-doughnuts_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>A SWEET TREAT FOR ALL AGES</h2><p>A classic old-fashioned naughty afternoon snack or lunchbox treat, <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/masterclass-custard-slices">custard slices</a> melt in the mouth like nothing else. Just don&rsquo;t eat them all at once…</p><p><img alt="243_iced-fingers" class="ci-image ci-original" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/243_iced-fingers_GL?scl=1"></p><p>Check out <a href="https://www.instagram.com/asda/" target="_blank">Asda's Instagram</a> for more mouthwatering baking inspiration, then head to <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/listing/New_IM_ListingPage_Top_promo_1/New_IM_ListingPage_Middle_promo_1/New_IM_ListingPage_Bottom_promo_1/1215513327547/New_IM_ListingPage_ProductModule_promo_1/event_ev-banner-BakeShop_150903-Home" target="_blank">Asda.com</a> to find everything you need to whip up your own culinary masterpiece!</p>

It's time to master the basics of baking

By Asda Good Living,19th August 2016

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