The mortar and pestle has been around for thousands of years as one of the first culinary tools used. Even before super sharp kitchen knives were in use, chefs around the world were making us of the mortar and pestle to create fragrant, delicious dishes. A lot of us probably chop our lettuce, garlic, cinnamon …
Who doesn’t love the smell of freshly prepared peanuts? And the taste- that’s simply one of the best snacks you can have, and it’s healthy too. In some countries, roasted peanuts are a street food and a very popular one. Do you know why they sell so well and some people are actually able to …
Warm, mushy cream of wheat is a staple of the Southern United States diet, usually served for breakfast. It’s made from milled wheat and known in various places around the world as porridge or farina. Depending on where you go and who is making it, cream of wheat can be made in a lot of …
There is a right and wrong way to cut most kinds of meat. I was surprised to learn this fact as well when I first started cooking. I thought you just cut the meat any way you like as long as it came out in the shape and size you wanted it to. What I …
It’s not always easy to get the delicious meat out of a crab, as anyone can tell you who has tried to crack open the shell. This seafood delicacy can be prepared in a number of different ways, and I want to show you how to cook Dungeness crab the way I do it. Dungeness …
Have you ever tried to cook sous vide lobster tail at home? While many people are wary of cooking sous vide, it’s actually one of the easiest ways to cook delicious meals. We’re going to cook lobster sous vide step by step and show you one of the tastiest sous vide lobster recipes you’ll ever …
It’s crazy how the simplest of ingredients can make all the difference in the culinary world. Maybe the simplicity of the ingredients in today’s recipe is because they’re subserving. They all complement the rockstar of the plate: the crab. From Chinese and Thai origins comes today’s recipe: Thai crab fried rice. Just by talking about …
I like roasting vegetables because of how easy it is to prepare them this way. You don’t have to constantly keep an eye on them to make sure they don’t overcook like you would if you were cooking them on the stove. You can simply season your veggies and pop them into the oven, forgetting …
Nothing beats dipping some fries in a creamy and flavourful cheese sauce while enjoying a movie night without your friends! Instead of taking a trip downtown just to get some store-bought cheese sauce, you can make one of your own from the comfort of your own house! Not only will this save you some good …
Have you heard about the new trend in desserts known as rolled ice cream? It is quite popular on the East Coast, but it is making its way westward as this trend gains momentum. You may know rolled ice cream by one of its other names- stir fried ice cream or ice pan ice cream. …
It’s not too difficult to make rice that tastes good and has the right consistency, but bad things can happen sometimes. You forget the rice on the stove and it turns out burnt. Or you accidentally add too much water and end up with rice that doesn’t have the right texture. Maybe you tried to …
A lot of burrito recipes will tell you to wrap your burrito but not tell you how to do it. They assume you know how to wrap it, but not everyone does, so I want to share with you some basic wrapping techniques. You should know how to wrap your burrito so it doesn’t come …
If you want to try out the unique and ultra-versatile duck meat, you’re in for a grand treat! In today’s article, we’ll walk you through a step by step guide that shows you how to make 3 delicious duck breast recipes. So without further ado, let’s dive in! How to Cook Pan Seared Wild Duck …
Out of all famous cooking methods, broiling is the closest to grilling. There’s one significant difference, though. While grilling is done using the lower heat, broiling uses the top heat of the oven. That said, both methods include direct heat. Broiling burgers in the oven makes them juicy, well-cooked, and evenly grilled. There are some …
When you think of rice, the first images that spring to mind are usually spicy and savoury dishes. But my favourite rice based dish as always been rice pudding. I used to enjoy making this with my mum and then passing the recipe on to my children. Because they was always in a hurry to …
There is nothing like a comforting risotto as part of my meal to make me feel all warm inside. I love how creamy and thick it is, almost like a porridge. Anyone who has eaten risotto before knows that it is best when accompanied by some other foods as part of a meal, though. It …
Before plums become ripe, they are slightly bitter and tough. Then, as they ripen, they become softer and sweeter, at which point they can be used in pies, jams, jellies, and other tasty dishes. Unlike apples or peaches, most people don’t have much idea of what to do with ripe plums besides eat them plain. …
I love the idea of making our own soda at home, and there are tons of copycat recipes floating around to try to hack the original name brand recipes. You will find variations on all of these, so if for whatever reason you don’t like the homemade Sprite recipe I am going to share with …
Red Bull is a common pick-me-up that is sold everywhere. For people who don’t want the sophistication of coffee and would prefer not to struggle with giving the barista their order when they are tired, they can simply chug a Red Bull. The brand name is synonymous with a quick energy boost, though it doesn’t …
When you want a quick boost of electrolytes during a sports match, you chug down some Gatorade. When you don’t want to pay the high cost of Gatorade prices in stores, you make it yourself. If you have seen our guide on making your on coca cola at home then you will love this. Like …
Fanta is one of my favourite ways to have orange juice, and as anyone who has tried it knows, it’s more than just orange juice. This refreshing carbonated drink is perfect when chilled, and it is a great remedy for a hot day, giving you the pep of a carbonated beverage and the fruitiness of …
Did you know that a lot of the sodas you buy from the store can be made at home with some simple ingredients? I always thought that some of these beverages were closely guarded secrets and there was no way anyone was going to figure out how to make them on their own. The internet …
The refreshing taste of Mountain Dew is something you can make in your own home. I’ve been making my own soft drinks for years, using ingredients and recipes I collect myself, so there are no kits involved, no mixes and no shortcuts. Even if you are not an experienced cook or an expert cocktail maker, …
The fresh scent of banana bread wafting through the air is a lovely aroma, reminding some of us of warm summer days spent waiting for a loaf to come out of the oven. The smell was an experience all to itself, but then getting to cut that bread open and slather some soft butter on …
This dish may be native to Cuba, but you can make it in your own kitchen and have it taste like the authentic soup. You don’t have to buy Spanish bean soup mix to make it either. It’s relatively easy once you know the recipe. Here is a soup that is practically bursting with comforting …
Pork chops are one of the simplest and quickest dinner meats to cook. You can easily dry fry yours in a pan with no fuss and no mess, and it only takes a few minutes. Compare that to the hours it takes to cook a turkey or chicken or the 30-50 minutes it takes to …
Tomatillos are those little green veggies that look like tomatoes but have some special characteristics all their own. You might use them in salsa or pico de gallo as a replacement for tomatoes, and they work well in sauces and garnishes too. The taste is similar to tomatoes as well, with a sweet but slightly …
You’ve been thinking of the perfect soup all week and buying your ingredients early so that you can put it together at the right time. Then, when you are stuck at home for a rainy day, you start whipping up your soup. It’s the perfect remedy for a soggy afternoon or evening meal, and you …
Chicken parm is a favourite of ours, and its combination of tangy marinara, melty cheese and fried chicken breast is good enough to eat on its own. A side dish for chicken parm will make it shine even more and also make it feel like less of a guilty pleasure. Let’s face it, this dish …
It’s tough to cook up healthy, satisfying meals three times a day, seven days a week, but you can save yourself some time and some work by planning ahead. Meal prep is simply working ahead of time to consolidate your meal planning and cooking so that you have less work overall. It also lets you …
Corned beef is a flavourful brisket that is used in dishes as culturally important as corned beef and cabbage and as warm and comforting as corned beef and hash browns. It’s a versatile meat that’s takes longer to cook than other beef types. What makes it different from typical beef or most any kind of …
The aroma of homemade bread filling the kitchen is a comforting one. For some people, that’s the smell of their childhood, as they remember their mother or grandmother making homemade bread for them after school or on the weekends. The soft, pillowy bread is best when it first comes out of the oven. You can …
When you are making a huge spread for dinner and are trying to juggle cooking up several dishes at once, you may have trouble keeping everything warm until dinner is ready to serve. How do you keep mashed potatoes warm while the fried chicken is cooking? Some dishes simply take longer than others. When dinner …
Skirt steak is one of our favourite cuts of beef for no other reason than that it is used in fajitas. These tend to be thin cuts of beef that cook quickly, so they are great for quick meals. If you don’t have long to make your meal but you need some beef in it, …
It’s tough to cook a turkey and get it to come out just right. It seems like parts of it are too juicy and other parts are too dry, and striking that balance can be tough. How do you get your turkey to come out just right? Is there a trick you can use that …
Dried mushrooms have a strong flavor to them and a meaty, chewy texture. This makes them ideal for adding to vegetarian dishes, as they can be substituted for meat in a variety of dishes. You can use mushrooms on your sandwiches, salads, pizza, pasta and more as a healthy vegan alternative to processed foods, meats …
We all make way too much food at Thanksgiving, and there tends to be plenty of leftovers afterwards. Some of that can be eaten over the next week until everyone in the house is tired of turkey sandwiches and mashed potatoes with everything they eat. It’s also common to make way too many desserts. From …
If you have used an Instant Pot before, you know how simple it makes meal-making. Any pressure cooker will be able to reproduce the same meals using similar recipes, so keep that in mind. You don’t have to have an Instant Pot to pull off Instant Pot recipes like chicken alfredo Instant Pot with jar …
Meatloaf started out as a food made from fridge scraps and table scraps. The leftover cuts of meat were mixed with some cornmeal and baked to make a hearty, filling food that was a novel concoction for poor people in the Great Depression. It was at that time that meatloaf became widely accepted and an …
The feeling of biting into a perfectly ripe watermelon is supremely satisfying. The texture is just right and your teeth sink right into it without it feeling mushy. A ripe watermelon should never be mushy but firm. It should also be flavourful and red. We all know those white parts on the inside near the …
Sweet potatoes are probably the most seasonal of vegetables. It seems like no one really appreciates them until the holidays come around near the end of the year. Then, everyone starts thinking about sweet potatoes. We are big fans of sweet potato pie and sweet potato soup, but we also enjoy the occasional dish of …
How to Make Beef Carpaccio at Home: 5 Delicious Carpaccio Recipes You Should Try! Beef carpaccio is a gourmet appetiser that’ll wow your guests. It’s quick, tasty, and super simple to make. Not fond of beef? Not a problem! You can also make carpaccio using several types of seafood, including salmon, octopus, and tuna. There’s …
Are you looking to keep your distance from people and try to make more things at home instead of going out? You can do that and still enjoy your favourite beverages, thanks to helpful drink hacks from the internet’s experts. Some of us have been using a secret copycat vanilla sweet cream recipe Starbucks also …
Meringue is a special type of dessert that is made in a wide variety of methods, such as the French, the Polish, the Swiss, and lastly, the Italian. The fluffy white stuff is made by whipping egg whites along with sugar and a dash of an acidic ingredient, which is usually lemon or cream of …
Soups are quite popular in Ukraine, and Borscht is definitely one of the most famous soups that you can enjoy in this fantastic country. The Vegetarian Borscht recipe is a creamy and delicious dish that you can serve in family gatherings or enjoy by yourself on a cool evening. It’s rich in delicious flavours and …
Fried rice is a very popular Asian dish, particularly known for its Chinese version. Today, however, we’re going Indian to introduce more variety to your meals. So buckle up and let’s dive into 4 different Indian fried rice recipes that’ll have you drooling! Indian Vegetable Fried Rice Recipe If you’re looking for an easy Indian …
Smoked chicken salad is one of the tastiest and easiest to make recipes there is. You can make it in a variety of ways or add your own touch while choosing ingredients. You can enjoy it in a bowl or in a sandwich. You can also eat it alone or with a plate of delicious …
Garlic scapes are great in scrambled eggs and make a terrific fresh garlic scape pesto, but what happens when you’ve run your reserve of scapes through every fresh use possible? Well, you make pickled garlic scapes of course! The salty sticks taste pretty much like pickled dilly beans, except much more garlic-y and extra crunchy! …
I am always checking through Pinterest to see what new and interesting recipes people are coming up with. Some of them have been kept in the family for generations and are now being shared on social media platforms like Pinterest for the first time. If only my grandmother could see the way we get recipes …
Everyone could use a little more convenience in their life, that’s why when it comes to pearl onions, frozen is the way to go! Cooking with frozen pearl onions saves you a lot of time since they come pre-peeled! That’s right, you won’t have to go through the hassle of peeling those tiny jewels. Not …