Today, I’ll share how to fold a burrito with an effective technique. Do you ever struggle with burrito tears or spillage? Well, this guide is for you. All it takes are three key pointers to remember and a little bit of practice. To kick things off, let’s chat about the tortilla. Tortillas Selecting fresh flour tortillas …
Do you like to mix a little sweetness into your meals to liven them up? Do you sometimes have dessert before your meal? Met too, which is why I want to tell you about delicious molasses bread. It’s very reminiscent of whole wheat bread but sweeter and not as healthy. What Is Molasses Bread? This …
Have you ever had the Hawaiian food manapua and wanted to learn how to make it yourself? This traditional dish can we make from scratch at home, and it’s a great way to use leftover bread dough and barbecue pork. What Is Manapua? This dish is essentially a dinner roll that’s filled with steaming hot …
There are several ways you could grind meat, depending on what kind of equipment you have. I’ll show you a few methods for how to grind meat at home, using a food processor, a blender, or grinder. How to Grind Meat with a Grinder Probably the easiest way to grind your meat to make ground …
Focaccia bread is a soft, light bread with an airy center. It’s topped with the taste of garlic and rosemary, and the texture is really chewy and slightly crispy. It’s pretty easy to make focaccia bread at home, if you follow the recipe I have for you down below. How to Make Focaccia Bread What …
Aging beef helps to bring out its flavor, and there are two different ways you could do that. Wet aging is a relatively new process, but dry aging is the tried and true classic method. What Is Dry Age Steak? Before piece of beef is cut and trimmed down to make a steak, it may …
Chorizo is a type of spicy Mexican sausage, and when combined with ground beef, it makes for a tasty burger with a little bite to it. The chorizo burger is a Mexican delicacy packed with mouthwatering flavor, and I’ll show you how to make chorizo burger at home using raw ingredients. What Is a Chorizo …
I prefer to grill mussels, because it’s really easy to do and it cooks them so quickly. You can finish cooking mussels on the grill in about 10 minutes or less. I like to serve up mussels as an appetizer or make them part of a larger seafood spread, alongside shrimp, oysters, and crab, for …
Eating salmon without the skin is definitely a healthier option, as it cuts out some of the fat content. It changes the texture a little, and it can be tricky to cook salmon without skin. That’s because the fish can burn a little easier, and it cooks faster, so I’ll show you how to cook …
A proper steak marinade takes some work, but it can really enhance the flavor and make for an incredible dish. I want to show you how to marinade steak the right way, giving you step by step instructions, and I also want to show you a recipe you can use to marinade steak. How to …
The delicious Maine lobster is known for rich large meat portions. A lot of that meat comes from the massive claws, and this lobster is found along the northern coast of the United States. Since these lobsters hang out in Maine’s cool waters, the meat is very tender and sweet, especially when you compare it …
Your first thought when it comes to seaweed may be that it’s disgusting and you don’t want anywhere near you, but hear me out about seaweed salad. This is a nutritious dish, so it has that going for it, but on top of that it can be quite tasty when made well. Seaweed salad is …
Capers are essential in several different dishes, and this Mediterranean food is often sold in jars next to the pickles and olives in the grocery store. But what are capers? What’s sold in the grocery store comes from a prickly plant called the caparis spinosa. The green flower buds from that plant are taken un-ripened …
If you’re a foodie, you’re probably wondering how to make truffle fries. This article will explain what truffle fries are and how to prepare them, even using frozen fries. This recipe is based on the French fries we all know and love, but it works equally well with any type of potato. It is also …
If you’re wondering how to make hoisin sauce, this article will help you out! Read on to learn the basics and how to use this delicious Asian sauce in your cooking. Here are some recipes to try, starting with chicken. You may want to experiment with different ingredients. Once you’ve mastered the basics, try these …
A turkey is a celebration staple at every dinner table. You can’t spell Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any celebratory holiday without a turkey. As the centerpiece of the feast, there’s a lot of pressure that comes with cooking turkey as this big bird is prone to overcooking or undercooking with the wrong temperature and cooking time. …
Have you ever been absolutely blown away by the selection and design of a charcuterie board and thought about making your own? A beautiful array of finger foods can make for a great addition to your meal or a lovely snack on its own. It could be an appetizer or even a dessert. I’ll run …
So let’s say you bought yourself some yellow split peas while grocery shopping in the supermarket, and while on the way home, some questions fill your mind. How long does it take to cook yellow split peas? What other dishes can you possibly cook using it? What to Do With Yellow Split Peas? Like some …
The term “cole slaw” refers to shredded raw cabbage. It is typically served with a vinaigrette or mayonnaise, which extends its shelf-life. Alternatively, it can be prepared without dressing. This article will explain how to shred cabbage for coleslaw, make the dressing and how to make it without mayonaisse. Hopefully, it will inspire you to …
Being a massive fan of everything spicy, I find absolute delight in making spicy cuisine and dishes. You wouldn’t be able to imagine the joy on my face when I first discovered pepper jelly. It’s like everything I wanted–and more– in one jar and something I can make at home and keep for a long …
Sometimes, we may need a cup of coffee but don’t have the time to get out of bed in the morning. Most of us are only half awake, and on the verge of passing out by the time, we return to work. I love to drink a cup of oat milk honey latte with a …
Are you in the mood for a tangy, creamy ranch? I consider a ranch a must-have for all my burger, pizza, chicken wing, and even french fry cravings. That’s why I always keep some of it in my fridge. And if you’re a vegan looking for a recipe to satisfy your cravings without worrying about …
You’ve probably heard of meatloaf– ground meat made into the shape of a loaf, either baked or smoked. Meatloaf is a relatively easy dish to prepare and easy to mess up when undercooked and overcooked. Meatloaf traces its origins back to Ancient Rome, where chopped meat is combined with spices, bread soaked in wine, and …
Chinese broccoli is a cruciferous vegetable, which means it is related to the broccoli most people are familiar with, but it is a little different. What is Chinese broccoli? It is packed with nutrients and is a really healthy leafy green. It’s probably the healthiest of all the traditional Chinese veggies, and it comes in …
You don’t need to do much to sugar snap peas to make them a tasty side dish for a larger meal. You can cook them up in just a few minutes, and they’re a healthy and simple dish that’s also pretty tasty. I like to keep the seasonings and garnishes to a minimum so that …
Beet greens are the leafy green tops you see on a variety of produce. So, carrots, radishes, and beets all have these green leaves on top that most people will toss out. If you want to do something with them, and you know how to cook beet greens, you can make good use of that …
Red snapper gets its name from its snapping teeth, and it’s a fish with a sweet, subtle flavor that’s typically found in Caribbean waters. When buying snapper, don’t be fooled by other red fish marketed as red snappers. Some food manufacturers will classify some fish that aren’t truly red snappers, like rockfish, as red snappers. …
Lemongrass is an aromatic herb that is often used in Asian dishes, adding a citrusy zest that makes the flavor profile more complex. Lemongrass can be a bit tricky to use, and if you feel like it might not be something you should be using in your foods, you probably just don’t know how to …
Trout is a sweet and tender fish that’s easy to cook whole. There’s no need to chop it up into smaller pieces when you have a relatively thin piece of fish like this that’s not very thick even when it’s the whole fish. I’ll show you how to cook trout whole and make it come …
Homemade salsa can taste incredible, but I wouldn’t say it’s incredibly easy to make. It is the kind of dish that people mess up easily for any number of reasons. Maybe the tomatoes aren’t very fresh or the peppers they use are too spicy or not spicy enough. Maybe they have too much liquid or …
Some people like to cook their pine nuts on the stovetop and others prefer roasting them in the oven. I prefer the oven baking method because of how many more nuts you can cook at once. It saves time if you are making a big batch, and I love the way they turn out when …
If you steam hot dog buns before serving them with hot dogs, it makes a huge difference in how the dish tastes. It gives the right temperature and texture to the experience, improving on the conventional dish that’s often served as a warm hot dog on a cold bun. I’ll show you how to steam …
This may be a fruit that most people are not familiar with, but jackfruit is a nutrient rich, large tree fruit with a lot of health benefits and culinary potential. What Is Jackfruit? Jackfruit can be found in tropical climates and is native to southern India. It is the largest tree fruit in the world, …
Before you cook carrots up, no matter which method you are using, you should clean and cut them properly. You will want to remove the green, leaves and stems if they are attached. You also need to scrub down the carrot under cold running water to remove any dirt and other debris. Some people peel …
To give your fried fish a flakier crust with a lovely golden brown appearance, try using cornmeal rather than flour the next time you bread it. When you fry fish with cornmeal, you’ll change up the flavor a little bit and make it your fish a really good fit with certain sides, including coleslaw, mashed …
Even if you’re not a fan of asparagus, once it’s been cooked in the oven, it comes out so tender and nicely roasted that I think just about anybody can appreciate it. When you bake asparagus, it creates a different texture for this vegetable than what you would get from steaming. It’s tender and crispy, …
Delicious, comforting buttermilk fried chicken is the reason a lot of people look forward to dinner. I like to pair mine with green peas, mashed potatoes, and cornbread for a Southern-style comfort meal, and when buttermilk fried chicken is made well, there’s hardly anything better. How to make fried chicken with buttermilk? I have a …
Teriyaki sauce adds a lot of flavor and a lovely texture to stir fry, rice, chicken, in a variety of other meats. It’s a staple of Asian cuisine, and you don’t have to buy it from the grocery if you learn how to make it at home using a fairly simple method. I’ll share with …
The Mediterranean dip hummus is meant to be very creamy, fluffy, and light. It has a slightly tangy or nutty taste, and that’s because of the tahini that’s included. The bright citrus of lemon and fragrant garlic flavors give it a complex taste profile. Hummus is usually served as a dip with chips or pita …
A caprese sandwich tends to be a very vegetable heavy sandwich, with lots of ingredients that make for a very thick sandwich. When you’re making a caprese sandwich, make sure you use a thick bread that can handle all of the fillings. If you use a lighter bread like sliced white bread, it won’t be …
Have you gotten on the overnight oats trend yet? This is a high fiber food with lots of nutrients, and it can be even more nutritious for you than cooked rolled oats. When you soak the oats overnight, that breaks down the starch from the oats and then improves nutrient absorption. What this does is …
It takes a long time to cook dry beans, but the actual amount of time you spend handling them is very little. If you’ve held off from cooking dried beans before because of the time involved, you may find that it’s worth it to learn how to make dry beans. It’s such an inexpensive food …
Butternut squash is an autumn favorite, often cooked alongside turkey, pumpkin pie, mashed potatoes, and other foods you might have during the holiday season. What I love when I cook butternut squash is that it’s already so flavorful that very little seasoning is necessary. If you’ve not learned how to cook butternut squash before, you …
Salmon is an all-time favourite because it’s tender, delicately flavoured, and surprisingly easy to make. The only downside is that it’s quite expensive! This is why it’s imperative to know how to prepare raw salmon for cooking, so what arrives at the dinner table is worth the spend. In this article, you’ll find everything you …
Summer comes with a whole lot of berries – that’s a fact. And so does the berry stress that includes how to wash blackberries the right way and storing them as well. Of course, there is no better way to quench summer thirst than grabbing the inviting berries you see in the market. They are …
You’ve been invited to a Christmas party at someone’s house or at the office and now you’re wondering what to bring. What kind of food is appropriate for a guest to bring to a Christmas party? Sometimes, there will be a few rules as to what should be brought to what should not. You definitely …
Food colouring can be a joy to work with, adding a much-needed dash of colour to your dishes. It can help you change the colour of food or make the existing colour more vibrant and appealing. Colourful food certainly has definite appeal. Certain colours tell our brain that the food is ripe, ready to eat, …
So, you are throwing a party, but it will be a while before the guests show up. You made all the food, but you want to stay warm until the party starts. If you don’t keep the food warm, you’ll have to warm it up again before it’s time to eat or just serve unappetizing, …
Morel mushrooms are definitely not the easiest kind of fungi to source. They usually spring up around dead trees but not every kind of dead tree. If you miss out on getting the Morel mushrooms while the tree is dying, you’ve missed your opportunity completely. Most people find Morel mushrooms in the wild, and it …
When it comes to cooking meat, the steaks have been raised! A juicy steak that’s tender and moist is a delicacy guaranteed to make you the star of your next barbecue. Do I hear you asking how? The answer is ageing the meat. There are two techniques for meat ageing. These are dry-ageing and wet-ageing. …