Cooking

There are so many wonderful soups made today simply by adding to the mixture things such as macaroni and spaghetti, bones, and trimmings of meat. … Read more

Roux (pronounced Roo), is a traditional thickening agent. The French use roux in their cuisine, with it forming the base for many foods such as … Read more

It is widely agreed that a turkey, or any roast joint, looks and tastes best when served whole and hot from the oven. It’s because … Read more

Honey is a wonderful superfood, with amazing nutritional and medicinal properties. Did you know that honey is the only food that comes from insects? The … Read more

We’re often dismayed when we see wildfires and the thousands of dollars’ damage they cause. But did you know that there is also a risk … Read more

Long ago, a large pot was an essential piece of kitchen equipment, as its job was to prepare the family’s daily broth. The thick vegetable … Read more

Flan is the answer to your sweet craving. It’s a baked custard, often flavored with the delights of crème caramel or vanilla, and made with … Read more

We boil water a lot throughout the day. We cook with water and we boil water for coffee or tea. In cities where flooding occurs, … Read more

Poultry is the name given to all domestic birds suitable for food, such as chicken, duck, goose, guinea fowl, and turkey. Why should people be … Read more