?The Basics of Two Essential Cooking Techniques Sauteing and Cooking Pasta Correctly
While you may chuckle at the thought of not knowing how to boil water, some people will tell you how they ruined their favorite pan when it boiled dry! Basic cooking skills are something that everyone should know, even if they have never set foot in the kitchen. From making a grilled cheese sandwich to creating a five-course meal, you really have to start somewhere! Below, you will find some information on basic cooking skills that can get you started in the kitchen. Sizzling Saut? The word...
?Italian Cuisine is Not Just Pizza and Spaghetti
Italian cuisine is much more than just the usual fare of pizza and spaghetti that we are all familiar with. It is actually comparable in complexity and sophistication to French cuisine. Various regions in Italy have different interpretations of dishes but there are characteristics of Italian cooking that distinguishes it apart from others in the Mediterranean. Italian cuisine is not very vegetarian friendly. Many of its dishes feature meat as their main ingredient. The Umbria, Marche and...
?15 Tips That Will Help You Make the Jump From Cook to Chef
Want to cook at home the way professional chefs do? Then follow these techniques that will bring new flavor and polish to any meal cooking at home. 1. Before you start, prepare all the ingredients. Place them adjacent to where you will be mixing, cutting or otherwise preparing your dishes. This way you can be sure you have everything you need right at hand. 2. Avoid so-called cooking wine and instead use a less-expensive but still quality wine for cooking. 3. Instead of an aerosol cooking...
?How to Cook With Wine
Contrary to what you might think, cooking with wine is simple. Now that we got that out of the way, budding cooks can gain a lot when they learn how to cook with wine. Some flavors remain locked and unused without the assistance of wine. Its ability to release the taste of foods is unparalleled in fine cuisine. So, let?s start with the basics. How Much is Too Much Cooking with wine is all about what works for you. There are really no hard and fast rules. What you need to remember, however, is...
?Tips For Cooking Succulent Tender Turkey
Most amateur cooks may feel completely overwhelmed at the prospect of cooking a turkey for the family Thanksgiving dinner. Shouldn?t cooking a turkey best left to more experienced cooks? The truth is anyone can successfully cook a moist, succulent turkey that they?d be proud to serve at any family get together. First you need to decide how big a turkey you will need to buy. It is wise to allot ? of a pound to one pound for each person who you will be serving. If you are buying a frozen turkey...
?Mexican Cooking A Melting Pot of Diverse Cultures
Mexican food ? authentic ones, and not those watered-down fast-food tacos and breakfast burritos either ? have enjoyed a surge in popularity in recent years. Mexico has a rich history influenced by different cultures and this has brought about a unique taste that cannot be mistaken for anything else. What opened people?s eyes to the wonderful Mexican traditions revolving around food was the best-selling novel, Like Water for Chocolate. Native food has such an enduring effect that even today,...
?Tips For Preparing a Thanksgiving Turkey
It is almost that time of year again. The air is getting cooler and the leaves are starting to change, which is a sign that the holidays will be fast approaching. The holidays are hugely centered around food, whether it is holiday parties, cookie baking or the dinner themselves, cooking is a huge part of celebrating. There is no better example of this than Thanksgiving. The Thanksgiving turkey is at the center of the holiday and preparing a perfect turkey is much easier than you think. First...
?Cuban Cuisine Offers a Rich Blend of Cultures
Like its neighbor to the west, Mexico, the island of Cuba has been a land where many cultures have collided with one another. The distinctive culinary traditions of Cuba are the delicious result of this interaction. Spanish explorers strongly influenced on Cuban cuisine, as they did for many countries in the Caribbean, Central America and South America. Cuba's food history also has been affected by African tastes. The Spanish were influenced by the Moors, African Muslims who ruled parts of...
?The Thrill of the Grill
Ever notice that on backyard barbecues, it?s always the man of the house who is in charge of the grill? Maybe it?s the scent and the sizzle of fat and grease hitting a hot surface. Or the primal allure of cooking with the most basic of tools. Whatever it is, you still need to know the basics of cooking like this for your family to fully enjoy the thrills from the grill. You have to keep in mind that grilling is a quick cooking process. The meat has to be tender right from the start. You cannot...
?Ten Must Have Herb and Seasonings
With the sheer number of seasonings out there, people are intimidated and confused as to what herb goes with what food. The following is a list of ten indispensable herbs and seasonings beyond the usual salt and pepper. #1-Basil: One of the staples in pasta sauces and pesto. Also good for salads, this herb is best used fresh. Many cooks keep a potted basil plant in their kitchen for ease of access and freshness. #2-Thyme: Commonly used as an ingredient in meat rubs, it also works well in...
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