Healthy Green Salad with Foolproof Vinaigrette - Healthy vegetarian dish

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September 28, 2019

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Most cooks, even good ones, don’t do a very good job when it comes to making a simple green salad. The key is coating the greens evenly but lightly with a properly mixed dressing. Because oil and vinegar...

5 EYE-OPENING PRINCIPLES OF HOW FLAVOR WORKS

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September 28, 2019

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Cold Dulls Flavor The microscopic receptors in your taste buds are extremely temperature-sensitive. They work much better at warm temperatures than at cooler ones; when you eat cold food, they barely open, minimizing flavor perception. However, when food...

How to properly season meat - Chefs Trick

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September 28, 2019

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No matter how well cooked the meat is, it won’t taste very good if it’s not properly seasoned. Season Early For the most well-rounded flavor, we encourage seasoning meat before cooking. This gives the salt time to migrate...

Cooking Tips - Know the cuts and Kitchen Cutting Board

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September 27, 2019

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The cutting board is the center of a cook’s work. If your board is in order, your cooking is off to a good start. Set Up Your BoardFirst, make sure the board isn’t going to slide around the...

How to become an expert in kitchen knives

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September 27, 2019

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HOLDING YOUR KNIFE We get it—this sounds too basic to even discuss. You just hold it how you hold it, right? You don’t have to think about it. But what you don’t think about can still hurt you....

WHEN THE FOOD IS DONE | CHEF TIPS

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September 27, 2019

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WHEN IS FOOD DONE?There’s nothing like a spectacular kitchen failure featuring leathery meat, disintegrated vegetables, or, worse yet, billowing smoke to drive home the importance of timing in cooking. Don’t just glance at the clock or assume your...

FOOD SAFETY IN 10 EASY STEPS

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September 27, 2019

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Food safety may seem like a drag, but it can be a matter of life and death—or at least, life and extreme gastrointestinal discomfort. Luckily, it’s actually pretty easy to keep your kitchen clean and safe. Most of...

KNOW ABOUT THE ANATOMY OF REFRIGERATOR

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September 27, 2019

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Your refrigerator is more than a box of cold air. There are actually different microenvironments inside a refrigerator and understanding how they work can help you use the various zones to your advantage and keep your meat, dairy,...

Secret Ingredients of Cooking to the Next Level

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September 27, 2019

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cooking-tips

Good old basics are great, but sometimes you need a little something special to jazz up a dish. The ingredients in this list might seem a little unorthodox as pantry staples, but folks in the test kitchen swear...

Original Classic Homemade Chicken Broth

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September 27, 2019

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Why this recipe works?Store-bought cans can’t compete: Good homemade chicken broth is liquid gold. It will improve anything you cook—not only soup but rice, beans, sauces, and more. Though it takes some time, this broth delivers rich flavor...

Chef's thoughts and ideas about HOT SAUCE

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September 27, 2019

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TURN UP THE HEAT WITH HOT SAUCEUsually added in small doses, hot sauce can introduce just the touch of heat that a dish might need, whether used in cooking or as a condiment. But the options can be...

MAPLE SYRUP | CHEF'S IDEAL SECRET

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September 27, 2019

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cooking-tips

THE MAGIC OF MAPLE SYRUPWhat is breakfast without maple syrup? On pancakes, waffles, French toast, or even for dipping sausages in, this all-natural nectar is a must-have. Pure maple syrup is simply sap from sugar maple trees that...

WHICH FROZEN VEGETABLES ARE BEST?

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September 27, 2019

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Frozen vegetables can be a great option; besides being convenient, vegetables are often frozen at the peak of freshness. However, some vegetables freeze better than others. As a rule, vegetables with a lower moisture content generally freeze well,...

KNOW ABOUT KINDS OF CANNED TOMATOES

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September 27, 2019

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Since canned tomatoes are processed at the height of freshness, they deliver more flavor than off-season fresh tomatoes. We tested a variety of canned tomato products to determine the best uses for each. Whole Tomatoes Whole peeled tomatoes...

How to make DIY Vegetable Bibimbap

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September 27, 2019

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A much-beloved staple in Korean cuisine, bibimbap features short-grain rice topped with sautéed vegetables, pickled vegetables, and a fried egg. Sautéed shiitake mushrooms and spinach flavored with soy sauce, garlic, and toasted sesame oil gave our vegetables some...

How to make DIY Korean Chile Sauce

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September 27, 2019

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A do it yourself chili paste, somewhat similar to harissa is the Korean Chile Sauce. Here are the procedures and ingredients on how to make it. ServingMakes about ½ cup Ingredients¼ cup gochujang 3 tablespoons water 2 tablespoons...

DIY Chef Style SICHUAN CHILI OIL

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September 26, 2019

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Think like a cook!If you like spicy food, you should definitely add this homemade Sichuan chili oil to your pantry. We like to drizzle it over our Smashed Cucumber Salad to add an extra dimension when the salad...

Tasty Smashed Cucumber Salad with a Twist

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September 26, 2019

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Why this recipe works?This simple salad may not sound like much on paper, but its crunchy, pickle-like texture, slight acidity, and sweet-salty dressing make it a standout on the plate. Smashed cucumbers, or pai huang gua, is a...

How to make a perfect special Dukkah - Restaurant Style

JD

September 26, 2019

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Think like a chef. Dukkah is a crunchy, addictive blend of nuts, chickpeas, seeds, and spices from the Mediterranean that is traditionally sprinkled over olive oil to use as a dip for bread. We love to have dukkah...

Make your own tasty Harissa Recipe

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September 26, 2019

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We use this potent North African sauce to flavor lamb (see this page). It is also nice stirred into soups and drizzled on hummus, eggs, and sandwiches. If you can’t find Aleppo pepper, substitute ¾ teaspoon paprika plus...

15 BASIC STAPLE INGREDIENTS YOU NEED BEFORE YOU START COOKING

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September 26, 2019

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Your pantry is an ever-evolving collection of ingredients that reflects the kinds of food you enjoy cooking and eating. There are no hard-and-fast requirements, but this list presents many of the ingredients we most often call for in...

SUCCESSFUL COOKING MADE EASY WITH THESE FEW ITEMS

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September 26, 2019

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If you want to cook every recipe in this book successfully, you’ll need a few extra items. Most of these aren’t things you’ll use every day, but when you need them, you’ll be glad to have them. That’s...