The best flour for biscuits is one that creates the perfect rise, something that is not achievable without needing some modifications in pastry, cake, and all-purpose flours. Many cooks from the South attest to the excellence of this type of flour and some of its best brands, which we will determine in this article. The…
“Ew! Gross!” yelled my kids when I showed them the insides of my just-opened bag of almonds. Not only was there a movement among the nuts, now there was an explosion of little winged critters. These were Indian meal moths, which were only one of many kinds of bugs that infest almonds and other nuts….
Baking powder is an ingredient commonly used in many recipes as a leavening agent. The key to extending the usability of the baking powder is to try to store it from any moisture and air. It is because both of which can affect the potency and function of it as a leavening agent. If you…
Have you ever looked at your cornmeal or corn muffin and found it staring back with many little black eyes? I have. I’ve mistaken these black specks for many things, from bits of stone from a stone-ground masa harina pack to bits of pepper, but my greatest fear has always been to find out that…
One of the biggest goals of every homeowner proper food storage. You just want to be prepared in case something happens, but you don’t want a cluster of food to look gross and go spoil as they last longer. They must taste good and last for a while. And this is where the food dehydrator…
Artisan bread. The name alone makes it clear that it’s no ordinary bread. It is made not only with love but also from the finest ingredients. It’s due to this why besides being a tad more expensive than other types of bread, it tends to please the taste buds better. And now you may be…
If you are a cheese enthusiast, you might enjoy buying different types of cheese. So that if you need some recipes, you can immediately get them right away. One way to preserve them is through freezing; however, not all cheese can be put in the freezer. Besides, they come in this variety: sliced, shredded, or…
It’s no secret that some mushrooms are toxic. Because of this, many are wary of accidentally using edible mushrooms that are already bad. It’s rare for store-bought mushrooms to make you sick. However, they may still make you sick if they’re past their prime or stored wrongly. And now, you may be wondering how to…
I’ll admit it; there are days when I just don’t have the inclination or the time to cook what I want — times when I just want to open a jar of ready-made pesto and pour it on pasta. But hey, you ask, isn’t pesto so simple to make you could whip it up sleeping?…
Reaching for a cup of instant coffee is the most practical thing to do, no matter if you are hurrying to get somewhere or trying to tighten the purse strings. Alas, even the best instant coffee is no match for the worst brewed coffee. If heading to a coffee shop is not an option, fret…