British cook, author and TV presenter Nigella Lawson is loved for her fuss-free approach to decadent, hearty dishes – and she's equally famous for her bizarre but brilliant cooking tips. From throwing banana skins in curries to cooking ham in Coca-Cola, it's fair to say she likes to do things a little differently. But who are we to argue, when she usually turns out to be right? To help you on your way to a delicious Christmas (and beyond), we've ranked Lawson's greatest-ever pearls of culinary wisdom.

Click or scroll through our gallery to discover Nigella Lawson's best recipe ideas and cooking tips – counting down to her most unmissable piece of culinary advice.