Category: Cooking

I have an oven and a microwave with a convection feature. Do I really need to get an air fryer too? I recently moved into a small kitchen. In my previous apartment, I had an air fryer that I used all the time because it cooked food quickly and gave it a nice crisp texture.…

Are Undercooked Egg Yolks Safe to Eat? Hey everyone! Growing up, my family had a housekeeper who took care of all the cooking, so I’m just now learning to whip up meals on my own. I realize that eggs are quite pricey these days, but they are also a quick, easy, and protein-packed option. I’ve…

Preparing to order groceries I’ve seen this question asked in different ways, but it just occurred to me: what shelf-stable items do you usually have on hand to prepare a meal? I’m talking about completely canned goods, shelf-stable items that don’t rely on refrigeration, as well as fresh or frozen foods. I always try to…

What is your favorite unique recipe to enhance spaghetti?

Cooking shrimp shells in Alfredo sauce? Hi everyone! I have a question about making Alfredo sauce (using the traditional cream and Parmesan recipe). Would it be a good idea to simmer the sauce with shrimp shells for added flavor and then strain them out before serving? I’m curious if the cooking temperature would be sufficient…

Elevating My Eggplant Parmigiana: Any Tips? Tonight, I’m whipping up Eggplant Parmigiana for dinner, and my wife is thrilled! I’ve made it in the past, and it typically turns out well, but I’m looking to take it to the next level this time. My biggest challenge tends to be the marinara sauce. Any suggestions on…

How can you become an Executive Chef? Is a certification necessary?

Why is it more common to butter and flour a baking dish than to butter and sugar it? Interestingly, using sugar often enhances the flavor and improves the texture of the baked item’s exterior.

Plant-Based Pemmican Recipe Ingredients: – Blueberries – Coconut fat – 100% Unrefined coconut sugar Instructions: Preheat and Prepare: Set your oven to 225°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Dry the Blueberries: Spread the blueberries in a single layer on the baking sheet. Bake for approximately 2 hours, or until they are shriveled. To…

I managed to snag some blackberries for just $2 a pound. What delicious recipes should I try with them? These are the best prices I’ve seen in a while, so I bought four pounds. While I’ll definitely enjoy some fresh, I’d love to use a portion before they spoil.