Suppose you open a newly-bought bottle of olive oil that you found at an amazing price on sale at your nearest store. And as you drizzle it on your salad, it produces an odd smell. Would you continue using it? Obviously no! Rancid fat, when consumed regularly, can affect your health adversely. Here, I will …
My joy of cooking is highly motivated by my love for good food and cooking in a clean kitchen. But because of cooking daily, there is always the risk of grease building up. It becomes even more difficult for me to remove it when that happens. So how can one prevent grease buildup in the …
When it comes to four-cheese pizzas, a few favorites tend to pop up time and again. But what are the four cheeses generally used in these pies? And why are they specifically chosen? In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at each of the four cheeses and provide some tips on how to …
What is pizza without cheese? There’s nothing like biting into a hot, steamy slice covered in delicious toppings and lashings of mozzarella. And while this is the cheese most commonly associated with pizza, have you ever thought about how well other varieties fare on this family favorite dish? Especially a cheese like cheddar that we …
You know the old joke about ‘Waiter there’s a fly in my soup’? Well, at least it wasn’t a worm in your beans. Or was it? Parts of beans look remarkably like worms when cooked, so make sure you know what you are eating when you tuck into a dish of bacon and beans. Worms …
Is Beef Broth Vegetarian? Back in high school, my favorite activity was debating. If, for some reason, we had a free period and were left alone to devise a means of filling the time with “something useful,” I always tried to get a debate going, and I usually got my way. We ended up with …
What is the Difference Between a Biscuit and a Roll? If you aren’t from the US, you may wonder why Americans refer to biscuits as rolls. These two side breads are made and named differently depending on the country or US region that you are from. For instance, dinner rolls are commonly served in the …
How to reheat pork belly? Pork belly is a delicious and indulgent meat that comes from the belly of the pig. It has a salty and rich flavor that can complement several different dishes. The tricky part when it comes to pork belly is the cooking and reheating process. Because it is a cut of …
Why are Brussels Sprouts Pink Inside? Learning to cook can be a major hassle, especially if you don’t like it. However, one of the best parts of cooking is figuring out what works for you in the kitchen, which foods you prefer to eat, and how you like to cook them. Part of cooking is …
Wondering how long your leftover pasta Alfredo will last in the fridge? If you consider the basic ingredients in a good Alfredo- cream, butter, cheese- and the answer is not very long. Always keep your pasta sauce refrigerated and discard when you spot signs of separation, which could indicate spoilage. How long is Alfredo Pasta …