Oil is one ingredient we’ve gotten used to seeing in the kitchen, so it’s hard to assume we’ll ever run out of it. But we forget that oil comes in numerous varieties, and in many cases, we only pick one when we need it. For canola oil, we agree it’s both versatile and affordable and …
Every food enthusiast knows and respects the benefits of applesauce in baking recipes. Not only does it make the baked goods tender and moist, but it also gives it a delicious flavor as well. But sometimes, you may need to replace applesauce in your baking recipe for various reasons. And with this need comes the …
For the longest time, food enthusiasts have always searched for healthy oil alternatives. And among the numerous options, they’ve discovered, avocado oil is considered one of the best. Its unique taste blends perfectly with various ingredients, and it’s a regular feature in many recipes. Avocado oil has tons of health benefits that transcend beyond the …
Making tasty dishes require mastery of your spices and seasonings. They bring a certain warmth and presence to the plate and bolster flavor and aroma. And garam masala is one of the best spice mixtures out there. Plus, it’s the go-to ingredient if you’re looking for a traditional Indian flavor. But what do you do …
When we eat oranges, we throw away the skin, believing we don’t have use for it. But you’ll find yourself regretting that when you come across a recipe that calls for orange zest. And though you may assume such would be rare, you’d be shocked at just how many dishes can have their taste improved …
Whether you’re baking a crispy pecan pie, grilling a juicy cheeseburger, or searing a filet mignon over the stovetop, you’ve needed unsalted butter at some point. It’s practically a staple ingredient in a wide range of dishes, and it’s featured in boiled, fried, baked, and roasted recipes. So, imagine how you feel when you’re in …
As a foodie, you tend to come across ingredients with what could pass as ‘doppelgangers.’ And tomato puree happens to be one of those. It’s common to come across many other components that share similarities because it’s made from one of the most versatile vegetables in culinary history. But even an ingredient with famous ‘cousins’ …
Infusing powerful aromas into dishes is a specialty in Southern Asian cuisine. And very few herbs do it as wonderfully as lemongrass. Even when fresh, it fills the air with its refreshing fragrance, which a highly sought-after factor in many dishes. But as much as we love to include it in our recipes, sometimes, we …
Ham is a very rich, healthy delicacy, and it’s gotten from pork’s back legs or shoulders. It can be wet-cured, dry-cured, smoked, or raw; its state will determine the suitable cooking method to prepare ham. Ham makes a good meal for holidays, and you can also prepare it as dinner or a sandwich. Most ham, …
The summer times are when we all appreciate the fact that we own a grill. Nothing beats standing in your backyard, roasting slabs of meat over a hot grill on a warm day. So, of course, many of us look forward to trying out new recipes in our free time during the summer. And one …
If you’re a lover of steak, then you’re very familiar with the principle of searing. Every recipe swears that you need this to create that crunchy, crispy outer crust on the steak for a better taste. And the most popular method is by searing the steak on a cast-iron skillet over the stove before cooking …
We all love bacon, and it’s exciting to discover new ways to prepare it. And if you’re a huge fan of turkey bacon, you always want to have that crispy, tasty strip of meat every chance you get. But sometimes, making turkey bacon on the stovetop can be exhausting. So, imagine the euphoria you feel …
We all love chicken, and for a good reason. It’s tasty, filling, and can be used in a wide range of recipes. Chicken is so flexible; you can eat it as a regular meal for the weekdays, a weekend snack, or a holiday menu. And the different ways to cook chicken are mind-boggling; fried, crispy, …
Making a London broil in the oven at 350°F is a common practice. London broil is meat that is marinated, cooked, and thinly sliced. The meat is relatively rigid in texture and is it’s marinated. It could be beef, top round roast, flank steak, or skirt steak. And because it isn’t expensive or reserved for …
There’s a unique way everyone likes to cook their hot dogs, be it boiled, fried, grilled, or roasted. Whichever way it’s prepared, hot dogs come out delicious. And some also prefer to cook hot dogs in an oven. The hot dog is an American dish though virtually all countries of the world now eat it. …
