I enjoy a good kitchen hack just as much as the next person, but I assumed I had heard them all after more than 25 years of working in both private and commercial kitchens, with chefs far more experienced than I was. I was in error. It was a suggestion concerning ground pork that I … Read more
Many people drink tea regularly because it has so many health benefits, including helping to relieve indigestion, lethargy, bloating, constipation, and even common colds. But not every tea has health benefits. Certain substances have the potential to cause harm, including damage to the brain and intestines. For expectant mothers in particular, this information is extremely … Read more
Cutlery has been used by humans to chop and carve food since the Stone Age. This practice has become so commonplace that we use utensils for practically everything out of fear of looking like culinary barbarians if we don’t. Still, there are some dishes that are simply best savored with just your hands—as nature intended. … Read more
Searing a steak to perfection requires high heat because it results in a crispy, brown exterior and juicy, soft interior. But some cooks are reluctant to use a pan that is scorching hot, particularly if it tends to smoke up the kitchen. If this is a familiar situation to you, the likely culprit is not … Read more
Nutritious macro- and micronutrients such as zinc, iron, dietary fiber, protein, and vitamins A and C can be found in puffed rice. However, eating too much puffed rice can lead to weight gain and an excess of calories. Furthermore, eating a high-carb snack right before bed may interfere with sleep cycles and make it more … Read more
You can have South Indian Lemon Rice for lunch or dinner, and it’s a nutritious and simple rice dish to digest. Take a stab at the easiest recipe. Ingredients needed for South Indian Lemon Rice One lemon, two tablespoons sesame oil, one teaspoon mustard seeds, one teaspoon whole black gram, one teaspoon chana dal, one … Read more
There was a time when every school child had to have peanut butter in their lunch box. But as adults, we’ve discounted the health benefits of peanut butter. Many of us have given up on creamy spreads due to concerns that they contain too much fat. On the other hand, peanut butter has a surprising … Read more
Using the right flavors and cooking techniques will help you eat more vegetables. Although some vegetables are more difficult to taste than others, most people can agree that corn, which is actually a fruit but usually served as a vegetable, is surprisingly tasty. Additionally, corn flavor can be made with little or no effort. Even … Read more
Because the air fryer moves so fast, despite what we’ve discovered, there aren’t many foods you can’t cook in an air fryer. The flexibility of this device makes everything from bacon-wrapped meatloaf to fried chicken easy and effective. Given its lack of restrictions, a frequently asked question (and topic of discussion) is whether more expensive … Read more
A package of salad always seems to have at least one nasty piece. We are aware of the difficulty. Foodies naturally crave fresh produce, but it’s unfortunate that sometimes even the best among us bring home a bag of spring mix only to find it partially spoiled. Every time it stinks a lot. Don’t let … Read more
