Making things in the kitchen just a little bit easier….
The Copper River in Alaska is home to three types of healthy, delicious salmon: King, Sockeye and Coho. Each species has its own season and unique attributes, but the cooking methods described here work for any of them. … More Copper River Salmon
These light, airy, cheesy crisps are great for snacking on and make a tasty, crunchy addition to Caesar salad! … More Parmesan crisps
Stop throwing away those hard, inedible rinds from Parmesan/Parmigiano-Reggiano cheeses. Save them and make this savory broth! … More Parmesan broth (Parmesan brodo)
Love watermelon, but hate all the wet and sticky juice that spills out when you cut it? That mess is now a thing of the past. … More Quick Tip: How to cut a watermelon into cubes (without the mess)
Here’s a genius method for poaching several eggs at once. Not only is it super easy, but it yields perfectly round eggs every time! … More Quick Tip: Poaching eggs in the oven
Tired of slicing your fingers every time you clean the food processor? Are all the blender components taking up too much space in the dishwasher? This genius tip will save you tons of time, space and band-aids. … More Quick Tip: Easy Cleaning for Blenders or Food Processors
Infused with pimentón (smoked paprika), this colorful oil imparts a subtle smoky flavor when used in any recipe. … More Pimenton Oil (Smoked Paprika Oil)
While “leftover wine” may not be a regular staple in your home — or even in your vocabulary — you may change your mind once you turn it into red wine vinegar. Easy to make, homemade red wine vinegar is far more complex and robust than anything you’ll buy in a store. … More Quick Tip: Making Red Wine Vinegar at Home
Ghee, a form of clarified butter, allows you to saute at higher temperatures than you can with other oils, and its nutty flavor makes it a superb substitute for butter on just about anything! … More Quick Tip: Homemade Ghee (clarified butter)
Here’s an easy way to roast and peel fresh beets. Enjoy them straight from the oven or use them later in recipes. … More Quick Tip: Roasting Beets
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