by Joni | Apr 26, 2019 | Blog
Asparagus is commonly sold in bundles of about 1 lbs standing upright in a tray of water. Choose fresh looking, firm spears with tight tips. Smell them first to make sure that don’t give off any unpleasant oder, if they do they are old. Check the cut of the ends of...
by Joni | Apr 25, 2019 | Blog
White flour can be stored for up to a year at room temperature. Keep it in an airtight container to prevent the flour from becoming susceptible to flour beetles and other kitchen pests. For long term storage, white flour will keep indefinitely in the freezer or...
by Joni | Apr 25, 2019 | Blog
Choose ginger with the smoothest skin. Fresh ginger is hard and breaks cleanly with a snap. If there are wiry protruding fibers at the break, you have old ginger and if the skin is wrinkled your piece of ginger is old. The fresher the ginger the better. When it is...
by Joni | Apr 25, 2019 | Blog
I was just told that cinnamon oil is a natural bug repellent. Just add a few drops to your sunscreen for nontoxic protection!! Cinnamon has always been a highly regarded and expense spice even as far back as the Roman times. It is used not only to enhance your food...
by Joni | Apr 8, 2019 | Blog
Balance flavors with acid Most recipes suggest to balance flavors in your dish you should season with salt and pepper. However, some suggest lemon juice or another acid like vinegar. Acid plays an important role in brightening flavors if your dish is flat or bland,...
