Morrisons Naturally Wonky Potatoes, 2.5kg

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To identify store size we used the roof size as a proxy, the data for which was provided by Geolytix. Small stores have a roof size less than 280m2, mid sized stores between 280m2 and 1,400m2, large stores between 1,400m2 and 2,800m2 and very large stores over 2,800m2. For ease of analysis we then combined mid and large stores to create the mid-large category used throughout the analysis. The values reported here are medians and the boundaries are the same as used in the Priority Places for Food Index. Asda has very few small stores in the UK and so we did not include any small Asda stores in our study. The small stores referred to are made up of a balanced number of Morrisons Daily, Tesco Express and Sainsbury's Local stores (see figure 7 below). More generally, supermarkets need to ensure that their pricing is clear and transparent, including for promotions and loyalty card offers, so that people are able to easily compare products and decide which is the best value for their needs. I was also relying on the fact that most people would already have basic seasoning such as salt and pepper - and some type of cooking oil - already in their cupboards.

However, I’ve discovered through online comments that, unbeknownst to us professionals, there are people up and down the country who like their mash lumpy. This under-represented section of the population actively chooses to resist fully mashing their spuds, preferring to give them more of a casual crush instead.With this title, however, comes great responsibility. So, it’s not without a significant amount of research and experimentation – not to mention months of strenuous, in-depth potato eating – that I’m about to tell you the best way to make mashed potato, to get it perfectly silky and smooth and raise the bar for this most worthy side dish. You might just be surprised by my fool-proof method too, which involves using an everyday household item to get the best texture. (Hint: it’s not a potato masher.) People struggling to afford food are seeking support from a range of sources. The government undoubtedly has an important role at the central, national and local level supporting people through this crisis. People will also be turning to local charities and community groups. However, the fundamental role of supermarkets in the UK’s grocery market means that these businesses have a key role to play in supporting consumers. We next examined what items shoppers were most likely to struggle to find in mid-large and very large stores. Peel the potatoes and cut into small halves or 1/4s. Rinse the prepared potatoes under plenty of cold water.

In mid-large and very large stores, supermarkets generally scored well against our audit. Most budget lines from our list that would enable a healthy diet were available to consumers.This week, StokeonTrentLive decided to put Aldi to the ultimate test to see just how much you can get for your money. All figures were subject to quality assurance to ensure accuracy and consistency of results. Data manipulation and summaries were performed using Python pandas 2.0 [ 34]. Significance testing (T-test, ANOVA, Chi-Squared) was conducted with Python Scipy 1.10 [ 35]. March 2023 survey methodology A recent Which? survey revealed that two-thirds (66%) of consumers on lower incomes rely on small convenience stores for their essential shopping needs. When asked why they depended on these small stores people often said they were “essential for daily supplies” such as vegetables or bread with many adding that having the shop within walking distance or not having access to a car was also a factor.

Due to variation in the budget ranges across supermarkets (see Figure 8) and in the removal of some data (see data quality and assurance above), there was some variation in baskets between visits. Given this variation, proportionate scores are based on the basket size on each visit, rather than using a single basket size over the whole study. This ensured our scoring was accurate and fair to each supermarket and to each individual store. Place 2 large baking sheets into the oven and pour a generous glug of olive oil into the trays. Return the trays for 5 minutes until shimmering hot. These local areas tend to be concentrated; we found 95 Westminster constituencies where at least half of local areas in the constituency are in the bottom quintile of the Priority Places for Food Index, and 16 constituencies where at least three quarters of local areas are priority places, illustrated in Figure 3 [ 8]. Which? is now calling on supermarket bosses to ensure budget ranges that support a healthy diet are available in convenience stores, especially in areas where people are struggling the most. They must also make it easier for all customers to work out which items offer the best value for money by making sure their pricing is clear and easily comparable. ” Source: Office for National Statistics. Annual CPIH inflation rate, food and non-alcoholic beverages.Source: Which? analysed data provided by Mystery Shoppers. Data was collected 21 February - 24 March 2023. Sample size = 260 visits to 88 stores around the UK (excluding small stores). Source: Which? analysis of the Priority Places for Food Index. Proportion of local areas within a constituency in the bottom quintile of the index [ 9].

Online survey conducted by Yonder Consulting on behalf of Which?. The survey was conducted 24-26 March 2023 with a panel of 2,086 UK adults and the results were weighted to be nationally representative.

However, in small Morrisons, Sainsbury’s and Tesco stores we found a very different story, with budget line items very rarely available, even in the places where people are most likely to be struggling to access affordable food [ 17]. Place the potatoes in a large pan of cold water with just enough water to cover them. Add a good pinch of salt and bring them to the boil. Simmer for 5-6 minutes until the potatoes are cooked