And if you gravitate toward egg noodles, thinking they're a gluten-free alternative to classic pasta, you may want to think twice. At first glance, it sounds like noodles made from eggs should be ...

You can use gluten-free flours such as tapioca ... This basic ratio is a good starting point, but don't be afraid to alter it. For guidance, one medium egg weighs around 55g.

Hoisin is the secret to creating an easy, no-cook Chinese sauce to serve with these cheap and cheerful noodles. Cooking the noodles and spinach in the same pan helps cut down on washing up, too.

(One exception: Tyler Florence’s recipe calls for a free-range chicken ... I opted for wide egg noodles, which also absorbed a good bit of broth and made me want more liquid.