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  • Tips for Selecting the Right Beef Cuts
    June 10, 2017 1230 Views
    Tips for Selecting the Right Beef Cuts

    When we stand at the butchers counter, most of us may wonder what is the difference between a top sirloin and a porterhouse. If you ever come across a good beef cookbook, you will be able to appreciate a good diagram of beef cuts. Beef is the widely consumed animal protein through out the world when compared to any other meat. Hence it is important for a good steward to select a good piece of beef for his wonderful recipe. Grading of beef cuts The beef is usually graded into three categories based on its quality by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). Grades are specified after taking into consideration the color, appearance, meat’s consistency and last but not least the…

  • How to Cook with Fresh Herbs
    June 2, 2017 1063 Views
    How to Cook with Fresh Herbs

    Herbs are fun and easy to grow. When harvested they make even the simplest meal seem like a gourmet delight. By using herbs in your cooking you can easily change the flavors of your recipes in many different ways, according to which herbs you add. Fresh herbs are great in breads, stews, soups or vegetables. Every time you add a different herb you have completely changed the taste. If you are a beginner start slowly, add just a little at a time adjusting as you go along until you have it just right. You will see in most instances that an individual herb is associated with a particular food item. Basil is paired with tomatoes, Oregano with sauces, Rosemary with lamb and Chives with butter or…

  • Common Cooking Methods Explained
    June 1, 2017 1065 Views
    Common Cooking Methods Explained

    If you are preparing any kind of meals from a recipe, it’s important that you understand the various methods of cooking. There are a number of terms for different ways of cooking, as follow. Grilled If a recipe calls for something to be grilled, it generally means it should be cooked over an open flame or heat. Grilling can be done by charcoal or gas – on a barbeque for example – or it can be done using a grill of some sort on the burners of your stove. Broiled Broiling indicates cooking by exposing directly to a heat source such as a flame or element. Most ovens have a “broil” setting, which heats an element at the top of the stove rather than the one at the…

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  • Cooking Grains
    Cooking Grains

    All grains, with the exception of rice, and the various grain meals, require prolonged cooking with gentle and continuous....

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  • Mango Cheesecake Delight
    Mango Cheesecake Delight

    There are many sensational cheescake recipes from around the world. Connoisseurs will, no doubt have enjoyed baked versus cold,....

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