What’s so special about Mauviel copper cookware? Well, this cookware for the truly discerning cook has been produced by master French craftsmen since 1830, and for professional chefs, it’s some of the most sought-after cookware in the world. Copper pots and pans made by Mauviel come in several different lines and materials to fit different [...]
When you think about it Yorkshire Pudding batter mix is quite versatile and can be used in lots of savoury and sweet recipes. Pancakes are a firm favourite come Shrove Tuesday and they can be turned into a savoury pancakes quite easily if you add fish, cooked meat, vegetables or chicken mixed with white sauce.
I’ve [...]
Cheese Press: The Essential Tool in Making Superior Hard Cheeses. Cheeses are basically classified into two: hard cheese and soft cheese. Soft cheeses like cottage cheese and cream cheese are generally easy to make and most of the equipment and materials can be found in the kitchen. Hard cheeses like cheddar are more difficult to [...]
Simple Chicken breast recipes are one thing that a recipe box or kitchen should not be without. Between soccer games, karate, and doctor appointments life can be very hectic and cooking a 5 course meal is just out of the question. However our families still deserve a well balanced, nutritious and tasty meal; which means [...]
The kitchen could be one of the most difficult parts of the home that are hard to decorate. This is because there are a lot of things to consider. First, you have to think about the space. There must be enough for you to run from one corner to another. The floor must also not [...]
Bay leaves are a wonderful addition to any soup, sauce, stew or casserole. I have come across recipes that call for fresh bay leaves and beware; old dried bay leaves are a shadow of their freshly dried cousins. However, some say the fresh leaves are very mild and do not develop their full flavour until [...]
There is nothing like fresh homemade bread and these two will fill your home with all those lovely baking flavors so typical of bread baking.
Moist Potato Tea Bread
What You Need:
* 1 C of flour
* 1/2 t baking soda
* 1/4 t salt
* 1/2 t pumpkin pie spice
* 1 C cold sweet potatoes, mashed
* 1/2 C sugar
* [...]
Ever planned out weekly dinner menus that looked delicious but on the day you were supposed to cook one of those menu items you just honestly didn’t want to cook it?
Happens all the time, doesn’t it?
I took a good look at the way many of us moms (and dads, too) plan out our weekly meals [...]
The herb that’s most popularly associated with Italian cuisine is basil (Basilico). There are several varieties, but you’re most likely to find sweet basil in the shops – it has large, aromatic leaves. Cooking with basil, especially if you grew it yourself, is wonderfully satisfying .
Basil is a small, bushy plant that grows to about [...]
Chicken is a basic ingredient in most kitchens. It’s more nutritious than red meat and there are so many ways to make it. Try these suggestions the next time you’re hungry for chicken!
1. Have you tried steaming it? This is perfect for a quick meal for one or two. Put a boneless, skinless chicken breast [...]
