Robby Heaven, whatever else it may have going for it, must surely smell of masa, that blessed gift from Mesoamerica to the rest of the world. Nixtamalized corn–that is, corn that has been treated with lime to make it more digestible–is ground to make the flour used in making so many delicious foods and drinks: tamales, … Read more
If you remember the ratios for the basic baking recipes, you can bake almost anything. Recipes can be very difficult to remember and to memorize, but ratios are generally more memorable and usually work out to a formula that is easy to commit to memory, to use, to scale up or down. Cookie ratios vary … Read more
In the U.S. many liquids are sold in gallons and quarts. But exactly how many ounces are in a gallon? Learn how many oz are in a gallon here, plus grab a FREE printable kitchen conversion chart! Wondering how many ounces in a gallon? You’re not alone! Figuring out the oz to gallon conversions has … Read more
Yes! “ liker” is an adjective. “Liker” is a person who likes something. Example: She’s a Facebook friend of mine and she’s a real liker! Origin of like1shortened from Old English (tr) to find (something) enjoyable or agreeable or find it enjoyable or agreeable (to do something) : he likes boxing; he likes to hear … Read more
Food safety experts detail the fridge (and pantry) shelf life of everything from ketchup and salad dressing to mayonnaise. Do you have a stash of sauces, dips, and dressings in the depths of your refrigerator? If so, youre not alone. Its common to keep condiments for many months, since theyre typically consumed at a slower … Read more
A Little Cheeseburger with onion, lettuce, tomato, and pickles — I also wanted to see if cheese would elevate the Five Guys patty, and whether the burger size would change my eating experience (“little” just means there’s one patty instead of two) I tried to go as classic as possible for my very first Five … Read more
Looking for an alternative to Tamarind Paste or Tamarind Puree? You’re in the right place! Keep reading for my favourite simple Tamarind Paste substitutes. Though not an exact match, lemon and lime juice can approximate the sourness of tamarind when used carefully in recipes. We love this substitute as we always have lemons on hand. … Read more
From soups to salads to main courses and plenty of desserts, these recipes let the versatile fruit really shine. Trending Videos How come pears dont get more attention? Theyre delicious in so many dishes and boast more fiber, potassium, and folate than apples. There is a secret to eating pears, and it is deprivation. Not … Read more
Cooked fish and other seafood can be safely stored in the refrigerator 3 to 4 days. Refrigeration slows but does not prevent bacterial growth. Therefore, it’s important to use food within recommended time before it spoils or becomes dangerous. How long can restaurant leftovers keep in the fridge? When dining out at a restaurant, our … Read more
Unsaturated fats such as olive, vegetable, and canola oils are cooking staples in many households. These oils often sit on our shelves, ready to be used in our recipes and delicious dishes. They seem to last forever, right? To the contrary, if not stored properly, oils may go rancid. Rancidity is the deterioration of fats … Read more
