Who can deny the fact that salmon is such a great delicacy? The various ways of preparing fresh salmon and smoked salmon is just finger licking great. This is why at times you might prepare more than enough smoked salmon without even knowing it. Yes, it is indeed possible to freeze your smoked salmon. To prevent the growth of micro-organisms …
Almonds have nutrients in abundance irrespective of whether you opt to have them raw or cooked. Most people do not like having raw almonds since they have a rather bitter taste. The process of toasting almonds gives them a crunchy and crispy texture. The oil released from the nuts by heat adds an extra flavor …
Ricotta cheese is deliciously creamy at watery kind of cheese which is usually produced as a by-product while making other cheeses like provolone or mozzarella. While it is best to consume while fresh, a common question asked by many is, “Can you freeze Ricotta cheese?” Simply put, the answer is yes! Ricotta cheese can be …
Many people ask me – Are ceramic plates oven safe? Perhaps you need to heat food in the oven. Or you want to cook meals in the oven, yet unsure if your ceramic plate can handle it. There are certain bowls designated for oven use. These are excellent for cooking and serving dishes. Thus, they …
We all know that raw meat contains bacteria. Thus, it is important to use the right tools and techniques to eliminate them. Otherwise, you are exposing yourself to great health risks.Food safety is a priority, so many people wonder – do slow cookers kill bacteria? A slow cooker works by combining direct heat, steam, and …
You want something quick and easy, yet you need to make sure all the nutrients are still intact.Pressure cookers are all the rage now but… Do pressure cookers destroy nutrients? Compared to boiling, steaming or roasting, pressure cookers actually retains up to 90 percent of nutrients in food because it uses lower temperature when cooking …
Baked recipes are quite sensitive, and for most of them, you are supposed to preheat the oven before you start your baking. That brings us to the question, how long does it take to preheat an oven? It may seem to be a rather silly question, but most people barely have an idea about this …
Muenster cheese has a distinct nutty yet sweet flavor that literally melts in your mouth. Unfortunately, even though it’s a pretty well-known type of cheese, you may not find it readily available in local delis or markets. What’s a good substitute for Muenster cheese when you don’t have any around? Luckily, there are six types …
One of the factors I put into consideration before buying any kitchen appliance is versatility, considering how much money it helps me save and also the small storage space required. Now, that’s how I first landed on a rice cooker and after using it for some time, what crossed my mind was, can you boil …
There are so much confusion about ventilation in the kitchen and how to achieve the right setup. After all, you can expect that there is a lot of heat, maybe some smoke, and steam each time you cook. And if you have an induction cooktop, it’s important to create the perfect setup to prevent any …