5 Basic Tips for Seasoning Food

5 Basic Tips for Seasoning Food

5 Basic Tips for Seasoning Food   Having a reliable, well-tested recipe is definitely helpful when cooking, but also knowing a few key strategies for maximizing flavor is important. Herbs, spices, and other ingredients can add and build flavor – or...
What is Carryover Cooking?

What is Carryover Cooking?

What is Carryover Cooking?   We’ve all had it happen… we’re preparing a special, or even not-so-special, meal of ___________ (fill in the blank – T-bone, NY Strip, Ribeye, Beef or Pork Tenderloin, Pork Loin or Prime Rib).  We’ve seasoned it just right with...
My 12 Most-Used Kitchen Tools

My 12 Most-Used Kitchen Tools

MY 12 MOST-USED KITCHEN TOOLS   Outside of pots, pans, bowls, and small appliances, certain basic kitchen tools don’t receive much attention yet are true workhorses.  Having tools that are durable and provide excellent results is important to success and...
Multi-Tasking for Salad Spinners

Multi-Tasking for Salad Spinners

Multi-Tasking for Salad Spinners   Salad spinners are a great multi-tasking kitchen tool. Not only do they make easy work of removing moisture from freshly washed salad greens but they also work their moisture-removing magic on other food items.   Why is it...
5 Quick and Easy Hors d’oeuvres

5 Quick and Easy Hors d’oeuvres

5 Quick and Easy Hors d’oeuvres   When time is at a premium, having an easy hors d’oeuvre or two at the ready is essential. These 5 quick and easy hors d’oeuvres use items purchased at a favorite deli or market to make tasty snacks that require only a bit...