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Cooking tips on preparing various recipes, a wide selection of spices, tips on storage of ingredients and other insider secrets from the world of chefs. Find the most useful cooking tips for the modern housewife. Try our culinary tips and give us your rating.
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Storing Dried FruitsStoring Dried Fruits
13 Dec.
In order to retain the healthy properties of dried fruit, they must be stored correctly. Dried fruits are preserved best when dried to the optimal moisture levels - 17 - 24 percent.
How to Thicken SoupHow to Thicken Soup
13 Dec.
Normally with soup, there are 2 problems which can arise - either you have made it way too thick or too runny. The good news is, there is a solution to both problems.
How to Make Turmeric PowderHow to Make Turmeric Powder
12 Dec.
In India, turmeric is called haldi . The powder, made from its rhizomes, is used as a spice and herbal additive worldwide. In fact, the roots are considered a treasure in India.
What to Season with CardamomWhat to Season with Cardamom
11 Dec.
This unique spice is used in the making of bakery goods and sweets. Cardamom is also used to season smoked meat. Cardamom has applications in the components of flavorful blends or coffee.
How to Cook Pork TrottersHow to Cook Pork Trotters
11 Dec.
Pig's trotters can be made in several ways, the most widely known and famous, being khash. Khash is in essence a soup, which also turns out great with pig ears and pig tails, besides pork trotters.
How to Recognize Quality Olive OilHow to Recognize Quality Olive Oil
09 Dec.
In order to recognize high quality olive oil, we must be familiar with its main characteristics. These are usually its price, acidity during production and taste. The price of olive oil determines the quality.
Making Mince for MeatballsMaking Mince for Meatballs
09 Dec.
A meatball is simply well-ground meat, combined with onions and spices. Its shape varies - from flat to spherical. The methods of preparation also very. Meatballs can be fried, grilled or baked in the oven.
Toppings for Stuffed PeppersToppings for Stuffed Peppers
06 Dec.
We can make stuffed peppers with all kinds of filling - meat or veggie. The topping however, is a key part of the meal. There are many sauces, which you can pour over the peppers.
Tips on Freezing PeppersTips on Freezing Peppers
06 Dec.
Besides keeping us young, they also contain potassium, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus and iron. This is exactly why their regular consumption is absolutely necessary.
What are Fruit Vegetables?What are Fruit Vegetables?
05 Dec.
In botany, the term vegetable is extremely incorrect and in reality, does not exist. There are fruits and edible parts of plants, that have accumulated reserves of nutrients.