Category: Cooking

Is it really an issue if you use too much water when boiling potatoes or pasta? Personally, I believe you can use any amount of water, as long as there’s enough to fully submerge the ingredients and you adjust the salt accordingly. However, my partner insists that when boiling potatoes, you should only add water…

Did I leave my beef and mushroom stir-fry out? Hi everyone! I’m a beginner in the kitchen and made a delicious stir-fry last night. Unfortunately, I left it out on the counter while I took a three-hour nap. Is it still safe to eat?

Share your favorite chicken wing sauce that isn’t hot sauce! Even mild options like Frank’s Buffalo sauce can upset my stomach, so I’m looking for alternatives. Thanks!

What’s the best mirin to use? I’m planning to make Galbi—thanks!

Liver with spice? Is there any way to make liver taste completely different? I’m not a fan of it at all. No matter how much I soak it in buttermilk or try to cook it properly, it still tastes like liver to me. However, I can usually enjoy certain meats that are marinated or spiced,…

Cooking Times in Recipes Am I the only one who finds that almost nothing cooks within the times specified in recipes? I make sure to let certain ingredients reach room temperature, and I have reliable temperature sensors to confirm my oven’s accuracy. Is anyone else having this issue?

Making Clotted Cream in an Oster Roaster? Hello everyone! I’m currently in the US where clotted cream isn’t readily available, and I’m curious about attempting to make it using an Oster Roaster. Has anyone tried this method before? Thanks in advance for any tips or advice!

What’s the best way to cook a premade chicken pot pie? I’ve become a big fan of the chicken pot pies from a local bakery, but I keep running into problems when I try to bake them at home. The instructions say to preheat the oven to 400°F and bake for 34 minutes, but my…

Subject: Looking for Pepperoni Log/Chub in LA/Orange County Hi everyone! I’m on the hunt for a pepperoni log or chub in the Los Angeles/Orange County area and could really use your help! I’m specifically looking for something similar to the Boar’s Head brand that you can get sliced at the deli. So far, I’ve only…

Wild Caught Porgies: How Long Can They Be Stored in the Refrigerator? I recently purchased some wild caught porgies from the supermarket. The fishmonger, who was relatively new, mentioned that keeping them for more than 2 or 3 days might not be ideal. I bought mine on the 3rd day, but I’m unsure about the…