It’s fall and apples are in season! When we think of apple pie, most of us think of America. It’s right up there with bald eagles, Mount Rushmore, and Abe Lincoln’s beard. Apples have made frequent appearances throughout the history of Western art...
This crazy flavorful Korean Gochujang Drizzle sauce is made with a few staple pantry ingredients and can be whipped up in minutes. It’s as easy as putting all of the ingredients into a mason jar and shaking it up! You won’t be able to stop making this...
A lovely reader sent a package of his homegrown star anise spice. Have you ever used star anise before? Normally, when I buy them at the Asian market, they look like they’ve been picked through – none of the “stars” even resemble stars. Upon...
Cilantro is used in a lot of Asian and Mexican cooking.When purchasing cilantro make sure the leaves and steams are not bruised or soft . The fresh herb has thin, delicate leaves and flavorful steams. It is used in soup, stir-fries and noodle dishes. Cilantro should...
Thai basil has a stronger flavor than sweet basil that is found in most supermarkets. You should avoid chopping the leaves, it is better to tear the leaves from the steam and/or tear them into pieces when cooking. The basil should be loosely wrapped in a paper towel...
Star Anise is a very strong spice which taste and smell like licorice. Star Anise is used very often with pork and duck. It is one of the main ingredients in five spice powder and is used in both savory and sweet dishes. Whole Star Anise has a very long shelf life,...
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I've always been captivated by the vibrant flavors of Latin American cuisine, especially sofrito, the heart and soul of many Puerto Rican dishes. It's this rich base that inspired me to take a little culinary detour and craft this Smoky Sofrito Vinaigrette. Imagine...
We all have those lonely bottles of dried herbs chilling in the back of our spice cabinets, right? It’s high time they made a comeback. I've been loving the simple act of whisking them into a classic Greek Dressing. No frills, no fuss – just good old olive oil, red...
if you've ever stood in your kitchen, shrimp in hand, and wondered, "How do I turn these little beauties into a mouthwatering masterpiece?", you're not alone! Whether you're looking to poach, roast, pan-sear, or even grill them, I've got you covered. Dive in with me...