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Professional chef and culinary instructor Frank Proto shared his top tips that elevate a popular pasta dish and save it from common mistakes when whipping up something hearty and homemade. Frank claims that the best versions of this meal involve more than one type of cheese, a certain type of pasta shape and one "secret ingredient".To start, he explains his choice of cheese and how to prepare it. Frank said: "When it comes to cheese for my mac and cheese, I like to choose three different types."Cheddar for sharpness, Gouda for flavour and creaminess, then I'm gonna use some grated Parmesan to give it a little bit of zing. By following that basic formula, you're gonna solve a lot of the problems that people usually make when they make mac and cheese."In his YouTube video, Frank explains ...

A female pilot has shared that you can do whatever you want with your life, encouraging women to dream big and explore the career they feel they want to, without being scared that it’s a male-dominated industry.Jenna, from Manchester, shared her story on the ‘Update Aviation’ Facebook page, in the hopes of encouraging others to pursue exactly what they want.Of course, the pilot noted that you need to be “resilient”, but there’s “always a way” for you to make those dreams a reality for yourself.She wrote: “My aviation journey began from a young age when my dad would take me to the Manchester airport pub every weekend to watch the planes! After we went on our first family holiday and my first time on a plane, I knew that was a job I had to do. Ever since, I have never given up on that dre...

Seven in 10 Gen Zs say  matchmaking apps have made modern dating more ‘superficial’, research has revealed. A poll of 1,000 adults who’ve used a dating app in the past five years found 22 per cent of  Gen Z consider them unhealthy – with 56 per cent of those feeling like it feels more like a game rather than something meaningful.They are also the generation least focussed on looks as only 27 per cent said it’s the most important part of someone’s dating profile, compared to 36 per cent of Millennials and 35 per cent of Gen X and Boomers. Overall, participants said just a third of the people they have spoken to on the apps are ‘nice’. Whereas they believe every four in 10 are ‘mean’ or ‘weird’.The research was commissioned by rebellious wine brand 19 Crimes, which is launching a Hallowee...

A man has vowed to "never" don a piece of jewellery again following a terrifying incident that prevented him from boarding an aircraft.Wearable smart rings have surged in popularity as an alternative to the occasionally bulky smart watch.However, when Daniel Rotar discovered his ring wouldn't budge from his finger moments before he was due to board a flight, he found himself in an extremely distressing predicament.Posting an image of the ring trapped on his finger, he penned on X: "Ahhh...this is...not good. My Samsung Galaxy Ring's battery started swelling. While it's on my finger. And while I'm about to board a flight. Now I cannot take it off, and this thing hurts".He shared a further photograph, stating: "You can see the battery expanding. Not great for something that's now stuck to...

Keeping your home clean and sparking can often be a tougher challenge than you might anticipate. Because of this, many will be interested in any so called 'cleaning hacks' that will allow you to do the cleaning in an easier or time-saving manner.While the internet is full of unique and sometime odd-sounding cleaning hacks, it can be difficult to know which ones actually work.To help, a cleaning influencer named Georgia, who is better known as 'Clean with Georgiia' across her social media challenge, decided to come to the rescue and share the cleaning hacks she thinks are worth trying after having tried over 50 viral cleaning hacks."I tried 50 cleaning hacks and these [...] will change your life," she said at the start of the TikTok video.She then jumped into her list of sharing her favo...

Lipstick is one of those extra touches that can really elevate an autumnal look, but the colder weather can be drying, which is why a nourishing product should be this season's priority. Jones Road, the makeup brand founded by beauty expert Bobbi Brown, has released a lip colour that claims to also condition the lips. Dubbed the Classic Lip, the lipstick comes in 12 pigmented shades.Shoppers have also said the colours complement numerous complexions. One review said: "They complement my 55+ year old face such that I look enhanced but not like I'm trying too hard." According to the Mirror, the lipstick's secret superpower is the vitamin E and peptides in its lightweight formula, which smooth and condition lips while giving them a satin finish. Seven neutral shades suit multiple skin tone...

Mac and cheese is a staple comfort food. For many, as it tastes so good, leaves you feeling oh-so full, and it’s nice and warming for those chillier days we’re starting to experience as temperatures drop.When it comes out of the oven bubbling and hot, it’s so tempting to just dive right into the whole dish and eat the whole thing.Lorri, who posts on TikTok as @hi_its_lorri, shared the “best mac and cheese recipe” that she’s ever made. Her video started with the cheese bubbling away at the top – and it looked so tempting! The crunch of the melted cheese sounded amazing, too.“Oh my god, I finally made Tini’s mac and cheese, and it is worth the hype,” Lorri gushed as she dished out a portion for herself.For those not in the know, Tini Younger, an American chef, made a delightfully naughty ...

With colder weather taking over, many UK households will be looking to support their local bird populations by providing food outside in their garden. However, the fear of attracting rats often deters people from doing so.Bird feeders can inadvertently create ideal conditions for rats to thrive, as fallen food is seen as a regular source of sustenance.But the problem with that is rats in your garden can pose significant health risks, particularly to birds and outdoor pets. They are known carriers of diseases such as leptospirosis, salmonellosis, hantavirus, and rat-bite fever.These illnesses can be transmitted through contact with food, water, or surfaces contaminated by rat urine or droppings.Rat allergens can trigger allergies and asthma attacks. Their habit of gnawing on electrical w...

Princess Diana’s stylish nieces certainly know how to command attention. Last week, Lady Amelia Spencer stopped scrollers in their tracks by uploading a striking photograph of herself and her twin, Lady Eliza Spencer, to her Instagram Stories.Dressed in matching couture by Italian designer Ermanno Scervino, the 33-year-old sisters - long admired for their polished yet adventurous fashion choices, stood hand in hand. Their coordinated looks echoed the late Princess’s own love of ballet-inspired, statement dressing, a connection that becomes even clearer on closer inspection.Lady Eliza looked stunning in a buttery-yellow dress with intricate lace panels and a softly flared skirt.While Lady Amelia chose the dramatic black version - the post was a bold nod to the “balletcore” aesthetic domi...

Aldi customers can prepare for the cosy autumn and winter months with the retailer's upcoming selection of kitchen appliances, featuring air fryers and soup makers. The majority of these devices are said to arrive at a much more budget-friendly cost than some of the market-leading brands.Going on sale in stores from October 2, Aldi fans have been advised to act quickly because, as with all Specialbuys, once they are gone, they're gone. The supermarket says its returning Soup Maker is anticipated to sell out quickly due to high demand, available for just £29.99.A "winter essential" with a brushed stainless-steel appearance, the cooking gadget arrives fitted with a 1.6L capacity, four different blending settings, and a removable lid, reports the Daily Record. It could prove a convenient o...