Food preparation & presentation
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Keeping peeled potatoes is relatively easy, especially when compared to storing other types of vegetables. They need to be kept in a cool dry place, at a temperature ideally between 8-12 ºC (46-53 ºF). If stored like this, we can keep them for up to 7 weeks. However, once we peel the protective skin off...
The right amount of salt may vary a little from person to person. However, too much salt in food is something anyone with working taste buds will know immediately. It can ruin an otherwise perfectly good meal. Ideally, we shouldn't over-salt rice in the first place, but it can happen easily. This is...
No matter how delicious your cake is, it will not attract attention until it is decorated carefully. Once you are done with your cake, you need to grab your piping bag and start decorating. Whether you have made a cake, cupcakes, muffins or biscuits, you can decorate them with the perfect icing with the...
Brussels sprouts resemble cabbage heads, but in miniature size. Both the vegetables are very similar in taste as well, but comparatively, Brussels sprouts have a milder flavor and denser texture. These are cruciferous vegetables that are rich in antioxidants, vitamin A and C, indoles and other necessary nutrients....
Grapes are very popular fruits probably due to their ease of preparation and their sweet and fresh taste. You can either eat them raw, or use them in making a variety of dishes including desserts, salads, wines, juices, jellies, jams and others. They are high in vitamins C and K, and low in fat. But how...
Fondant is a sugar based paste made from nothing but water, sugar and shortening. Sometimes, glucose or corn syrup may also be used. It is made by melting shortening in a microwave, and then adding sugar and water until the desired consistency is achieved, though it can also be made with marshmallows. When...
Did you know that many of the most popular foods and drinks in the world are made through fermentation? Beer, bread, cheese, pickles, sauerkraut, wine and yogurt, among others, are fermented foods. The process of fermentation consists in using bacteria or yeast to turn carbs into organic acids or alcohol....
Daikon radish has a mild spicy flavor, a little different from regular radishes. If you have visited Asia or Japan, you must have seen their food markets flooded with these. There are different types of dishes that you can make with daikon radish, including pickles, but you may enjoy them raw as well....
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Potatoes are a very versatile food that serve as an accompaniment to many of our everyday dishes and they can even be the main ingredient in some dishes. All we can cook them in different ways, but if you're looking for a healthy cooking method that still allows you to enjoy all the nutrients and flavour,...
If you are a baking enthusiast, you must have a collection of piping nozzles and bags at home. But you don’t need to buy them from the market every time. You can quickly make some on your own at home too. Piping is one of the most popular ways of decorating cakes, and it is considered as an art form in...
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Jamaican porridge or cornmeal porridge is ideal for your little ones. They can enjoy delicious food which is completely gluten free because it is made with cornflour. This is a healthy and very rich dessert, perfect for giving your little ones something sweet at the same time as giving them some nourishment....
Tofu is a great source of plant-based protein. It is also a great ingredient in many asian recipes. So it's no wonder people from all around the world enjoy eating tofu. However, just like any other food, tofu can go bad after a certain date.
In this oneHOWTO article we're going to explain how to tell...
While a spiralizer is an affordable and convenient kitchen tool that you can effectively use to make zucchini noodles within minutes, some people have not bought it yet. If you want to try a zucchini noodles recipe first before actually buying a spiralizer, read this OneHowTo.com article to know how to make...
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Lettuce is a green leafy vegetable that is often consumed raw in salads. Fresh lettuce is a popular ingredient high in vitamins, minerals and water content that you can use to make refreshing and nutritious salads. Since it is a food that can easily turn bad it is helpful to know if the lettuce bag in...
There are many possibilities for accompanying meat dishes, so if you want some more ideas for different garnishes, pay attention to this article. From legumes to vegetables, potatoes, fruits, mushrooms, grains... the alternatives are varied, so even if you are a lover of traditional food, you can always add...
Mushrooms are a very valuable food in every kitchen, as they offer endless possibilities when it comes to using them. However, mushrooms are quite delicate and they require special care to preserve them from spoiling. Therefore, if you want to keep mushrooms in top condition for long periods of time,...
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Yellow foot chanterelle mushrooms are a type of very popular, delicious and versatile fungi, providing a simply scrumptious taste to various dishes such as meat, fish and all kinds of stews. The time of harvesting for Cantharellus Lutescen runs from October through to February, so it is common for foodies...
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The craze of Umami Paste is arriving, but though you're well aware that it can be absolutely delicious and enhance your dishes amazingly, you may be asking yourself how to use it, especially as there are several varieties of Umami Paste on the market. Don't exactly know what it is? Umami is known as the...
Modern packaging allows a longer shelf life for chicken to be safe for consumption, but it is still a meat product and prone to go spoilt with time so it’s best to consume it as fresh as possible. But how do you know whether a piece of chicken is still good to eat? What are the signs that chicken is starting...
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When it comes to storing artichokes, there are various methods of doing so, depending on how much time you want to wait before cooking them. You need to choose the most suitable preservation method in order to conserve this vegetable's properties and savour its taste. We'll show you how to preserve artichokes...
There is no doubt that a pressure cooker is one of the best ways to quickly and easily cook food that, in a conventional pot or pan, would take longer to prepare. Examples include dried pulses, a whole chicken and parts of certain types of meat. When you cook these in a pressure cooker, the result is always...
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Before eating a fruit or vegetable, we should always wash and disinfect them to remove any dirt or bacteria that may have accumulated on them that can affect our health. Before reaching the market where we buy them, they have gone through a number of places and have had the opportunity to accumulate dirt,...
Fungi are eukaryotic organisms. Fungi like mushrooms are eaten as food. Some fungi are used to make some ingredients edible. Since the start of civilization when wines and breads were first made, fungi was used for food processing. Fungi are used to make some food products even today.
Following are...
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Salmon tops the list as a favorite among oily fish as it is a delicious and nutritious option for different types of diet and nutritional needs. Full of necessary health benefits, salmon is an excellent source of omega 3 fatty acids and essential oils. However, to get the best from salmon and prevent food...
Mushrooms are delicious to accompaniments to many dishes. They make fabulous sauces or can even be stuffed with couscous, rice or mixed vegetables. However, if you purchase your mushrooms fresh either from the market or store, they may go off just a few days after you buy them.
Eating mushrooms which have...
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Autumn is synonymous with mushrooms and one of the most common edible mushrooms is the chanterelle mushroom, also known by many other names like pine mushrooms, oyster mushrooms, milk cap... This intensely colored orange or reddish fungus is a favorite in the kitchen, because it has a unique taste and...