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Ingredients

How To Make Your Produce Last Longer

Having your produce last longer has a lot to do with how you shop, wash and store.SHOPIf you have a plan for everything you put into your fridge (like using my system for weekly menu planning) there is an intention for everything you buy therefore having less waste or things going bad.WASHWhen you wash (almost) everything from the get-go before storing it, it removes any bacteria, bugs, larva, mold and fungus. It also seems to last longer but it’s also because of how you store it after that. ... continue reading...


Kitchen

3 Oven Settings You Need To Understand

Have you ever wondered what your oven settings mean and what they do? They are all different and they do make a difference with how they cook your food. Personally, I really like to cook a lot of food on the stovetop because I have more direct control. I can see what is happening to my food and adjust quickly. However, oven cooking can be a more even and gentle source of heat. In essence, they cook the food by surrounding it with hot air. When cooking in an oven, there is a little more involved: ... continue reading...


Dressings/Dips Ingredients

How To Make Homemade Salad Dressings

The actual name is vinaigrette and a  standard or classical preparation of a vinaigrette is a 3:1 ratio. That means 3 parts oil to 1 part acid.In other words, 3 tablespoons of oil would call for 1 Tablespoon of  vinegar. Obviously, this is just a starting point - you have to taste and adjust accordingly. You need to balance out the flavors; It should give you a nice tartness but not overpower your tastebuds.You only really need the oil + acid to make a vinaigrette, but adding ... continue reading...


Cooking Methods

Grilling Tips To Feel Equipped!

This post may contain affiliate links. When you click on and/or make a purchase through an affiliate link, I may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. Grilling can be intimidating because of the intense heat; and the flames all up in your face! Here are some tips to make sure your grilling this season is more successful and you can feel more equipped! Grilling is a Dry Cooking Method The term "Dry cooking" is confusing because you think of it being completely dry; but actually ... continue reading...


Ingredients

What’s the Difference Between Broth and Stock?

Whats the difference between broth and stocks? They're are so similar, and the techniques are exactly alike - which is why understandibly, there is some uncertainty around them.Let me break it down.What's the difference?The major difference between stocks and broths is that broths are to be served as is, and stocks are used in other dishes.Poultry and meat broths have a more prominant flavor than stocks because they are based on meat, instead of bones.However, broths don't have as much body as ... continue reading...


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