Emmental cheese melts and slices well. This makes it ideal for fondue, gratins, casseroles, pasta, grilled cheese sandwiches, cheeseburgers, egg dishes, and other dishes that call for melted cheese. If you happen to run out of it, here is a snapshot of some possible alternatives. Gruyere Cheese Gouda Cheese French Comte Jarlsberg Fontina Vacherin Fribourgeois …
If you are familiar with blue cheese, you would know what gorgonzola is. It is a variety of cheese with marbled bluish, greenish, or bluegreen vein mold – a characteristic that is commonly found in blue cheese. The spicy gorgonzola or piccante has a sharp and savory flavor with a spicy and pungent aroma. It is …
Brick cheese is perfect for pizza, sandwiches, and recipes, which call for melted cheese. They say it is hard to find authentic Wisconsin brick cheese unless you live in Wisconsin. Because of this, it is not uncommon for people to find substitutes. Here is a list of some of the best brick cheese substitutes you …
Nigella seeds are also known by so many names. Others refer to them as black cumin while in some areas, they are called black onion seeds, fennel flower, black caraway, or kalonji in hindi. Whatever we call them, nigella seeds have been part of traditional cooking as they are actually one of the oldest spices …
Oaxaca, pronounced as wa-hah-kah, is actually a state in Mexico. Queso Oaxaca was first made in the state of Oaxaca, hence, the name. This southern Mexican state is recognized today as one of the leading state producers of cheese. Queso Oaxaca is a soft white cheese that is widely used in a variety of Mexican …
Butter is one of the most straightforward and easiest products that you can melt in the microwave. Really, it’s so easy that a child could make it. Either salted or unsalted, butter is a staple ingredient in our kitchens. Whether is just for your breakfast toast, your favorite seafood dishes, homemade popcorn, dip for lobster …
Mace is an ingredient typically added in soups and winter squash dishes. They can also be used to enhance the flavor of seafood and meat. In baking, mace can be added to cakes, donuts, and cookies to create a warmer and savory taste. Taste-wise, mace feels a lot like nutmeg but with a less intense …
Marmite is a spread commonly used for sandwiches, cheesy toasts, crackers, crumpets, bagels or used to add a depth of flavor to your cooking Are you having a hard time finding marmite in your grocery store? Or maybe you just want a healthier substitute for marmite in your recipes? Here are some substitutes to consider …
Ponzu is a Japanese seasoning used as a sauce in pan searing veggies and meat, marinade, sprinkled on top of an Asian main course, or as a dipping sauce for dumplings. It smells like citrus, a bit sourer than soy sauce, with an almost bland or watery consistency. If you find yourself craving for ponzu …
Creamed corn is typically used in making cornbread, corn fritters, muffins, and pancakes. It makes a great addition to pasta, pizza, burgers, and baked vegetables. You can spread it on wheat bread and grill it for a quick healthy snack. It also makes soups richer and creamier; just stir it into chowders to make a …