Healthy re-Beginnings
The start of a new year, that time-honoured milestone that reminds us to review, recommit, and restart. At least one person out there has set a resolution to take better care of their health and wellbeing. It’s a great concept, and we have high expectations of a healthier, more energetic lifestyle. Despite our best intentions, […]
MARZIPAN AND ALMOND PASTE, the same . . . only Different!!
Marzipan is a paste, made out of almonds. So then, isn’t it the same as Almond Paste? As it turns out, not exactly! The Main Differences While they both are made of almonds, marzipan and almond paste are actually completely different. Marzipan is smooth, sweet, and often dyed and molded into shapes. It’s also […]
Tip for Stuffed Peppers, Baked Apples, or Stuffed Tomatoes
When cooking a batch of Stuffed Peppers, Baked Apples, or Roasted Tomatoes, place them in a well-greased muffin tin! They will keep their shape better, and the muffin tin catches any drips. Makes lovely presentation, and clean-up is a breeze.
Allspice. . . or All Spice?
Maybe I’m the only one who ever thought that Allspice was actually a blend of several sweet spices! But lo and behold, it’s actually a wonderful aromatic spice with impressive health benefits, all its own! Who knew? ‘Allspice (one word!) is a superb spice, used most often in savory West Indian cooking. It is made […]
Toasting Sesame Seeds
Sesame seeds are pretty awesome little critters, especially when they’re toasted. They’re packed with flavor, and can be used in anything from stir-fry, to bread, to smoothies. You’ve probably noticed them all over in Asian-themed foods and in salads. As with most seeds, sesame seeds can also be toasted. It’s super fast and easy to […]
Hasselbacks. . . without the hassle
We all love Hasselback potatoes! But there’s always that challenge of slicing them, without the knife going all the way through! Solve that problem with a pair of chopsticks, wooden skewers, or wooden spoons. Simply lay them on either side of the peeled potato, and slice downward until the knife meets the wood. NO MORE […]
Here’s the Scoop. . . on Stuffed Vegetables
Want to find an easier way to scoop out vegetables ? Use a grapefruit spoon with a serrated edge! Works wonders on courgette, winter squash,and even potatoes!
How to Prevent Berries from Sinking
Fresh Baked Blueberry Muffins! Mmmmm! But how often do all the berries sink to the bottom? Fat, plump blueberries are wonderful and make for delicious fruit-filled muffins. But they’re also dense, sometimes more dense than the batter. This results in the berries sinking down, creating a muffin where the fruit is concentrated […]
DIY Biscuit or Cookie Bowls
Use the bottom of your muffin tin to bake bowl-shaped biscuits! Then fill with your favorite scoop of ice cream! After all, why make more dishes, when you can simply EAT them? ‘
Cheese Wrap
Before placing cheese in the fridge, wrap it in waxed paper. Don’t use cling film, as the cheese needs to breathe.
