Ingredients for a Simple Life
How to stock and use a pantry.
Herbal extracts are made from herbs and alcohol. Alcohol has the effect of removing essential oils from the plant material and releasing them into a liquid solution. Essential oils are the substances that give herbs their characteristic aroma and flavor. Extracts are used in the kitchen for flavoring foods and beverages.
Some recipes, usually from older sources, call for a proofing step in the process of making bread. Before the modern ways of commercially producing yeast were figured out, it was necessary to check the activeness of the yeast before using it in a recipe to make bread. If the yeast was not active, the bread would not rise.
The Bay tree is long known for its use in wreaths crowning the victorious. Its very name, Laurus nobilis, means ‘renowned laurel’. A beautiful tree indigenous to the Mediterranean and Asia Minor, it is now cultivated and grown in any temperate climate. An excellent container plant, it can be handy for cooking at any time. The strong leaves are beautiful for wreathes and other craft projects.
Explore how to cook the classic flame-broiled flavor on a charcoal barbeque. Learn helpful tips on prepping your grill.
Give your typical salsa a delightful upgrade by adding watermelon and pineapple, which are both good sources of Vitamin C, an antioxidant that can help boost immunity.
Herb-infused olive oil can be used for cooking, salad dressings and marinades as well as a condiment to coat your food with delicious notes of herbs, citrus, garlic or spices.
Setting up a working kitchen is essential. If you would like to save time and money, the right essential tools are necessary.
Wood fired cooking is becoming more popular and chefs and home cooks are increasingly using this ancient method of cooking to add some spices to their dishes.
Spice up any occasion with this easy salsa recipe! Learn how you can make delicious homemade salsa, different food pairings and more.
Save time in the morning with this simple coffee making trick! Measure and stack up to 10-12 coffee filters in advance with coffee .
Read on to find out three ways to enjoy turmeric without cooking and see some interesting improvements in your health.
Healthy snacks don’t have to be boring! Check these ideas: Ants on a Log, Vegetable Tray, Fruit Salad, Trail Mix and Yogurt Parfait.
Explore how salt has shaped our society throughout history, from Roman times to present day.
Whether you’re planning a simple brunch for a small group or an Easter brunch to wow a crowd, these simple tips and ideas are guaranteed to get you out of the kitchen and into the action.
Discover unique food facts & tips: from herbs and spices, to unique edibles like pumpkin flowers and soy sauce.
