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Of the many questions that I receive very often is How to Cook Rice. There are several different ways and I’ll tell you about 3 methods. In each, the proportion of water is significantly different, but each method if followed exactly, will produce the perfect rice. Use a heavy stainless steel casserole or saucepan. These [...]
In an age when fresh produce is flown around the world, so that we don’t have to survive the winter on preserved foods, pickles still retain their power of enticement. Salt and vinegar not only preserve foods but they sharpen the flavors and salt firms the texture of watery vegetables. Pickle brine also can purify [...]
If you like me live in a cold climate, the thought of a stew gives rise to many warming thought and an even warmer kitchen on a cold December night. For me, making stew is an enjoyable activity filled with great expectation. In addition to the taste, the aroma permeates the house for hours. It’s [...]
Braising is the most common combined cooking method. You first sear what you are cooking in your stainless steel cookware, then add liquid to the pot or skillet, cover and simmer. You can do this either in the oven or on top of the stove. You would use a casserole or a roasting pan for [...]