cooking

I recently purchased this book, and I have to say it's been transformative in how I approach cooking. Over the years, I've wanted to learn new techniques and try new cuisines and use fancy new pieces of equipment. And, while this has been fun and exciting, I don't know if it's made me a better...

A thread that mentioned over-salting (because table salt was measured out in place of kosher salt) reminded me of all the fun I've had in the kitchen. I'm not talking about the successes, but the failures. And, while the odd flavor combination that doesn't quite work counts as a failure, the...

The Food Lab: Better Home Cooking Through Science As I've probably mentioned on far too many occasions, I'm fascinated by the science of cooking. As I do research into a new recipe or technique, I frequently find myself reading what J. Kenji Lopez-Alt has to say on his site, the James Beard...

Hi i dont normally cook due to problems but i decided to do something random this Friday and need a little help. i decided to either buy some pork chunks or pieces the type you put in stir-fry or same just with beef. i plan on putting some of what spice goes good with the meat though there are...

I'm not a professional cook or writer/author (was an englsh major in college) , but I enjoy cooking very much and writing about it. Hope you find these tips helpful. Whether we want to or have to, there may come a time when you need to cook. When I first got married…some 40 years ago…I decided...

I was wondering what people consider to be basic cooking skills? For instance obviously boiling an egg, frying it (without leaving it tasting of grease or overcooked), boiling an egg, poaching an egg? Where does cooking pasta come into it? fresh or dried? What about actually making your own...

OK, I've been cooking sausages for quite a few years now, but I really haven't mastered the process. When I was young I remember them being pan fried, juicy and succulent with crispy bits of the sausage meat that had oozed out of the ends. They are the same at food fairs when tasting samples are...

This article may come in handy for you parents. I have children of my own so I thought I would share some thoughts with you. Source:http://www.streetdirectory.com/food_editorials/cooking/cooking_tips/cooking_for_your_children.html

Serves 2, preparation time 10 minutes, cooking time 20 minutes 180 g. rice for risotti a spoon of chopped rosemary leaves half lemon (we will use both peel and juice) 1 shallot (or onion) 2 spoons of extra virgin oil (EVOO) salt to taste a spoon of grated parmesan vegetable broth (or vegetable...

This article on MSN tickled me, although it is very true. I know plenty of people who can't/won't cook and seem to live entirely on cereals, junk food, ready meals, and takeaways...

I understand that Blue Apron doesn't deliver outside the US, but I know that a similar service - Hello Fresh - does, so this seemed relevant. I got a coupon for $30 off my first order from Blue Apron, so I decided to give it a try. It turns out that my coupon wasn't anything special: anyone can...

I am talking creative - so not your potato peeler (although arguably a potato peeler can be very creative). My favourite cheap item is a julienne cutter - it cost a few pounds only and produces perfect julienne strips!

People learned to cook to survive in ancient times. But, why do we still do it today when there are so many options? Here's a chance to tell the world why you think. I've allowed up to two choices here, but ideally only list one if it's far and away the main reason.

What are your favourite cooking smells? The obvious one that a lot of people say is bacon. One aroma I really like is the smell of toast in the morning. There are probably lots of other smells I like too but that was the first to come to mind. Apologies here to @creative - it was her post...

Pots and pans. Knives and spoons. Bowls, whisks, sieves...everyone has these in their kitchen, even people who don't cook. But, what about the fun stuff? What did you see someone use on "Chopped" that you decided you *had* to have? And, better question: do you actually use them? Here are some...

I know this will somewhat depend on timezone and know you guys are from all over the world, but just wondered, in general, if you cook or bake anything special for your loved on on Valentine's day? :hug:

I'm curious as to how many of you have ever been tempted to try recipes from the cooking shows. I have. But did you find them to be as attractive & tasty as they look on TV? :wink:

We went to a Greek restaurant tonight. I liked it so much as I hadn't had Greek food for a while. I mean to get down to cooking some Greek recipes soon. Generally I'm into European food, having travelled a bit and eaten so many great dishes in humble restaurants. It would be interesting to know...

I just found once a month cooking. It is a total and complete joke. Sorry but putting bread crumbs in one bag, cheese in another bag, and raw meat in a third bag, then taping the 3 bags together is not cooking. Another one was freeze the bread in one bag, the cheese in another and the...

Do you have any cooking related new year resolutions? Are you planning on any cooking course, learning a new technique or food style? Are you planning on learning to cook more healthily? Going back on to a weight loss program? Or just cutting back on sugar? Me: well I need to get my act...