How to Keep Frozen Drinks From Separating? A perfectly frozen drink is a thing of joy. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said for a frozen drink that has separated into layers. Rapidly warming formerly icy layers turn into a turgid and lukewarm miasma that seems to follow your straw like a stalker follows her victim. …
Do you have a bottle of balsamic vinegar in your fridge or pantry that you reach for occasionally to make a nice dressing? If so, perhaps you’ve reached for it only to find something solid floating in it. If balsamic vinegar solidified, don’t worry! Those solidified bits won’t hurt you, and they may be your …
Can You Reuse Parchment Paper for Baking Cookies? There’s nothing quite like a freshly baked tray of cookies. You imagine it as you arrange your ingredients on the kitchen counter. Sugar, eggs, flour…get out the cookie sheets. But suddenly you realize…you’re out of parchment paper! Can you reuse parchment paper for baking cookies? Read on …
How to Store 25 lbs of Rice? Rice is a food staple that’s used in a variety of dishes. If you cook with rice regularly, buying rice in bulk could save you time and money. Of course, that rice could wind up going to waste if it’s not properly stored. Using the right storage methods …
Is Green Ginger Poisonous? You may be familiar with ginger- especially if you’re a sushi lover. But if you rarely use ginger when preparing your own dishes at home or have recently begun growing ginger, you may have some questions- such as whether or not green ginger is poisonous and safe to eat. Ginger is …
Some arguments, possibly the vast majority, emerge from a difference of opinion. Others develop from misunderstands that appear to be differences of opinion but, in fact, are nothing save a miscommunication because of a misapplication of terms. In considering whether or not cheese is “expired” milk, there is a great danger of falling into a …
Occasionally you may encounter green spots on mandarin oranges. Since oranges are initially green before turning orange, this is almost inevitable. But not every green spot is the same. While it’s easy to assume that the mandarin oranges aren’t fully ripe, mold is another possibility. This can leave you wondering whether you need to let …
I enjoy pasta dishes. They are incredibly tasty, light, and easy to make. But dried-out pasta that soaks up all the sauce and appears mushy can be such a turnoff. I love it when it has that lustrous appearance, making my mouth water even before I taste it. Most people often wonder what the trick …
How to Pasteurize Almond Milk? Pasteurized almond milk is a popular choice among many health enthusiasts, thanks to the various health benefits it offers. It has a diverse nutritional profile rich in vitamins E and D. Besides being naturally lactose-free, almond milk is an excellent source of calcium, potassium, and phosphorous minerals. Pasteurizing this milk …
Does Kraft parmesan Cheese go bad? Although few people would dare to eat spoiled cheese, Kraft Parmesan cheese is another story altogether. This popular grated cheese is stored in refrigerators nationwide and used as an essential topping for salads or the occasional Italian dinner. But unless you use it regularly, your beloved container of Parmesan …