This recipe for Lancashire Hot Pot is an old favourite. It was usually prepared with the most economical cuts of mutton, but ...

Preheat the oven to 200C/180C Fan/Gas 6. Heat a large saucepan over a medium heat. Add the oil and, once hot, add the onion and a pinch of salt. Cook the onions for 4-5 minutes, or until softened.

So, when I saw a TikTok user sharing a recipe for a hot chocolate made in a slow cooker, I was a little sceptical. I decided to try to make my own slow cooker hot chocolate to see if I could ...