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Easy Simple Syrup

Basically all simple syrups, as the name implies, are pretty simple to make at home. What makes this recipe easy is that there isn’t even a trip to the grocery needed to make a simple syrup of the day. If you’ve got some sugar, water and a stove then you’re all set to […]

By | October 16th, 2019|Blog|

Mashed Cauliflower

Mashed cauliflower, or cauliflower mash, is often called cauliflower mashed potatoes… even though the only essential ingredient is a head of cauliflower! It’s hard to get much healthier than that! Cauliflower mash is a nearly identical twin of mashed potatoes when it comes to appearance on a plate, minus the starches that […]

By | October 11th, 2019|Blog|

Pickle Juice Uses

The leaves are turning and many BBQs are going under cover. This also means that hamburgs and hot dogs are becoming more scarce at home, leaving many pickle jars either empty or just sitting in the back of the fridge.

Pickle juice, or technically pickle brine, […]

By | October 6th, 2019|Blog|

How to Make Whipped Cream

Whipped cream in a can is cool to use, especially if spraying directly into your mouth! But, since it is mostly air, it really doesn’t stand up for long once placed. This makes it great for having an individual piece of pie, but when decorating the whole pie then serving it […]

By | October 1st, 2019|Blog|

Freezer Maintenance

Freezers these days are very low maintenance. Nevertheless, they should be checked a few times a year (think fall cleaning for now since we just celebrated the fall equinox and then again in the spring). Twice a year checks are recommended by most freezer manufacturers. Here’s what to look for in order to […]

By | September 28th, 2019|Blog|

Cream Sauce Solutions

There few foods as smooth and luxurious as a properly made cream sauce. Unless, of course, it breaks and separates. If that happens, luxurious is about the last way it could possibly be described. How does a cream sauce “break” and why does this happen?

Let’s find those answers and also look at […]

By | September 22nd, 2019|Blog|

How to Freeze Corn

Corn can be plentiful at the end of summer, more so in some states than others of course. To keep that fresh taste well into winter, a great option is to freeze corn.

Instructions to freeze corn, captured at its height of sweetness to be enjoyed throughout the winter […]

By | September 17th, 2019|Blog|

How to Determine the Shelf Life of Homemade Salad Dressing

Homemade salad dressing makes most greens taste more vibrant and delicious as the ingredients are generally fresh and hand picked, or at least chosen, to your individual taste. They don’t take long to whip up, but also generally do not last as long as most bottled salad dressing.

So, how do you […]

By | September 11th, 2019|Blog|

Make Fluffy Pancakes

Pancakes can be flat and dense or light and fluffy. Well, really, they can be whatever they want to be or whatever you want them to be. This article is to help make them light and fluffy, as that is the most popular desirable version of a pancake.

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By | September 5th, 2019|Blog|

What is the Best Type of Mixing Bowl?

Question:
What is the Best Type of Mixing Bowl?

Answer:
Each type of mixing bowl has advantages and disadvantages, depending on the task

Mixing bowls can be made from all sort of materials. Let’s explore the most common materials used to make mixing bowls as we point […]

By | August 31st, 2019|Blog|

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