Cooking Tips

Hello, my amazing home cooks! If you’ve been following my blog, you might remember our tasty discussion on “What is a Pat of Butter.” Well, I’m thrilled to continue our exploration of all things butter-related, as today we’re venturing into the realm of sticks of butter. These delightful little blocks play a starring role in…

Cooking with a Crock Pot is becoming increasingly popular as a way to create delicious meals with minimal effort. Not only is it a great way to make soups, stews, and slow-cooked dishes, but it can also be used in the oven to create even more flavorful meals. The convenience factor makes slow cookers very…

Just like me, you have probably thought about beignets way too many times than you should. These deep-fried New Orleans treats are so good, you’ll probably stand in a long line before you get your share. Beignets are the perfect mix of fried and sugary desserts. They taste best when they come out of the…

As someone who loves spending time in the kitchen, there’s nothing more frustrating than a cluttered and disorganized space. Piles of dishes, a crowded countertop, and overflowing cabinets can make cooking and baking feel like a stressful and overwhelming task. That’s why I’m excited to share my tips and strategies for decluttering and organizing your…

Cabbage is a nutritious vegetable that is packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Drinking fresh cabbage juice is an excellent way to incorporate these nutrients into your diet and promote good health. However, not everyone has a juicer or blender at home, making it difficult to extract juice from cabbage. Fortunately, there are several alternative…

Creamy, cheesy, and thick – queso is the ultimate dip for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a nacho night or just craving a comforting snack, queso is the perfect indulgence. However, with its limited shelf life, storing leftover queso can be a challenge. But fear not,  I’m here to share some tips on how to…

Queso is one of the most popular side dishes in Tex-Mex restaurants. This delicious concoction of melted cheese and chili peppers is more than just a dip – it’s a staple of Tex-Mex cuisine. However, because queso is made of cheese, it can be a bit challenging to reheat it without making it grainy. Luckily,…

If you’re a fan of Korean cuisine, you’ve likely heard of tteokbokki. This popular street food features chewy, cylindrical rice cakes that are smothered in a spicy and savory sauce. But if you’ve never tried it before, you may be wondering how to eat tteokbokki. In my article, I’ll answer some common questions about this…

Versatile and diverse, there are many words to describe kimbap. It has become popular worldwide in recent years due to the sudden rise in popularity of K-drama and K-pop. Whatever the reason, you must admit that kimbap is a fantastic Korean dish, also known as gimbap. However, sometimes you may need more than just kimbap….

If you’re a fan of Korean cuisine, you don’t need an introduction to kimbap. If you’re here because you love sushi, you already know the taste of well-seasoned kimbap. Kimbap should be eaten at room temperature. That is why you should reheat it if Korean sushi has been stored in the refrigerator overnight. Although it’s…

Wraps are perfect meals to have that require minimum preparation and are super filling. Plus, eating wraps does not require any utensils. Grab the wrap and have them on the go. Having food does not get handier than this! However, wraps are best enjoyed when they are warm to savor the taste of the ingredients…

Reheating leftover food can be a difficult task. You need to make sure the food is heated evenly without affecting the texture or flavor. There is also a risk of overcooking the food, especially if it’s something with a doughy wrapper like dumplings. These delicious dough pockets filled with meat and vegetables are best enjoyed…

Are you a fan of Korean cuisine and can’t get enough of tteokbokki? This spicy and savory dish made with soft rice cakes, fish cakes, and a spicy sauce is a staple in Korean culture and has gained popularity all over the world. But, what do you do when you have leftovers and want to…

Your jaw will drop at the mere mention of this wonderful delicacy. What’s it anyway, you ask? Jalebi is a crispy, sugary, and delicious dish famous in India and Western Asia. You might assume that jalebis only have a shelf life of one day, but what if I told you that there are many ways…

Edamame is a versatile and nutritious snack that is loved by many for its delicious flavor and high protein content. Whether you’re looking for a quick and healthy snack or an easy addition to a meal, edamame is a great choice. But what do you do when you have leftover edamame that you want to…

It’s easy to get carried away when it comes to eating samosas and similar crunchy snacks. No one stops at one freshly made samosa, and as we know, we all like to make large quantities of this snack. If you’ve too many samosas that you or your guests couldn’t finish, you’ll be looking forward to…

A crock pot, also known as a slow cooker, is an electric home appliance used to cook various dishes like beef, chicken, and lamb. The cooking process in this appliance is very specific and unsuitable for every dish. When starting to use the slow cooker, people often ask if they can put a crockpot in…

Many of us are familiar with the stress of preserving food in the freezer for later consumption. Whether it’s leftovers from a large meal or pre-packaged meals for the week, we have all struggled with this task at some point. The best method of storing food over a reasonable amount of time is through vacuum…

Have you prepared too many onigiris and need help with how to reheat/store them? Onigiri makes for an excellent snack. However, the rice tastes even better when it is warmed up. Rice left tends to become sticky, gummy, and clumpy. As a result, it is essential to be familiar with the best techniques for reheating…

You should include Jalebi on your list of sweet treats since it is so delicious. If you’ve ever had Jalebi, you already know exactly what we are talking about! If you aren’t already acquainted with it, you’ve come to the perfect spot to learn more about it. How should you keep your Jalebi? Is it…

My favorite way to eat a hardboiled egg is to just bite into it. I also like to use hardboiled eggs in dishes I prepare. Depending on the intended use, the egg will often need to be chopped, sliced, cut into wedges, or even mashed with a fork. Cutting eggs can be problematic because they…

Onions rings are yummy, and most of us enjoy eating them. When we have some leftovers, the problem comes in, and we don’t know what to do with them. That’s why you should learn about the best way to reheat onion rings. You might have prepared your onion rings or may have ordered from a…

When you learn how to reheat tater tots so they are crispy, you will always want to do it.

We are always excited when we prepare or buy our tater tots. They are delicious and we can’t get enough of it.

However, we may not be able to consume all the tater tot casserole that we have. If you don’t like throwing away food then you will preserve it as most people do.

The challenge comes in when you want to eat your leftover tater tots. They don’t taste the same when they are cold. What do you do?

Whether it was K-pop, K-drama, or pure interest and cultural memory that got you into Korean foods, you must admit it was a good decision. Korean foods are healthier, and they’re also full of flavor. One of the most famous Korean foods is kimbap (or gimbap); since it is a bit like sushi, a lot…

Cooking with a slow cooker or a Crock-Pot is a convenient and easy way to prepare delicious meals without having to spend hours in the kitchen. But what do you do when you have leftovers and don’t want to dirty another dish or wait for it to reheat on the stovetop or in the oven?…

Chili is one of the most common spices people use in their food and that is why we always want to know what dessert goes with chili. There are endless types of dishes that you can use your chili on. Examples of these include fried chicken, beef stew, baked potatoes, cooked rice, and onion rings.

You can also incorporate chili into your deserts to make them extra tasty. Many people love and enjoy desserts. It is the last thing they’ll remember about your meal so you better make the desserts memorable. Chili will help you to achieve this.

They might look like cookies at first glance, but these little pillow-shaped desserts are more similar to donuts. Beignets are a sort of deep-fried French fritter. The deep-fried exterior looks even more delectable with a sprinkle of white confectionary sugar. Beignets come with a heavenly combination of a crispy outer layer with a soft interior…

Butter is packaged in sticks, blocks, tubs, and pats. We know what the first three are, but how much is a pat of butter?

A block of butter weighs about one pound, and a stick is a fourth of a pound. Tubs vary in weight and size. One pat of butter can also vary in size and packaging.

Butter packaging material can be a foil, waxed paper inside a cardboard box, or plastic and cardboard tubs for multiple servings.

Are you wondering if you can put your trusty ceramic dishes in the fridge or freezer? Well, the good news is that for the most part, you can! But, as with anything, there are a few things to keep in mind before you start stashing your casseroles and leftovers in the cold. In this article,…

Vada is delicious, and everyone loves this fantastic Indian dish. Like most people out there, if you too like vada, you undoubtedly know the hassle that comes with the leftovers of this delicious dish. The problem is that we often end up with leftovers and don’t know what to do with them. That’s why it’s…

One of the frustrations that people face is how to reheat cinnamon rolls in the oven or pan. The rolls are usually soft and tasty when they are fresh out of the oven. The challenge comes in after they have stayed for several hours or more. The cinnamon rolls become hard, which makes them not…

Here is my list of the UK’s best cookery schools in 2023. What is a Good Cookery Class? What to expect from a good cookery class: Learn to cook fresh and healthy dishes from start to finish Learn how to safely use a chefs knife and kitchen appliances You will do all the cooking, closely…

If you are a bloomin onion lover then you are probably familiar with the frustration that comes from having some leftovers of this delicious food. Finding the best way how to reheat bloomin onion is a challenge to many people because they end up with a meal that is soggy or burnt.

This is something that you will face when warming up fried foods. It may be a disappointment because you want to retain their original crispiness.

All hope is not lost because there are different ways you can reheat your onion blossom without getting soggy. You will enjoy the taste it initially had before it became cold.

Now that we’ve found our favorite method for hard boiling eggs, we need to do at least one more thing to make them edible: we have to peel them without destroying them. After we peel them, we can eat them or slice them or use them in other recipes. Let’s look at different ways how…

Hard boiling or hard cooking an egg in its shell requires the least amount of skill. Simply add eggs and water to a pot and let it cook. Boiling an egg, however, is the harshest way to cook it. The boiling water causes the eggs to bump against each other or the side of the…

Tteokbokki is one of the easier Korean dishes one can make. Tteokbokki or stir-fried Korean rice cakes are not like store-bought rice cakes. They are freshly made and need to be treated like homemade food. It is possible to store Tteokbokki for a few days by following proper procedures. Keep reading to learn how to…

Many people can attest to the fact that meatloaf is their favorite meal. However, how to reheat meatloaf is the problem because if not done correctly, it usually comes out dry.

If you mess up the warming up process, you may not want to eat that meatloaf.

Some people usually get professional chefs to prepare meals that need reheating. You may not afford this luxury or you may want to save your money and do this yourself.

Cooking and baking are an art form, and a crucial part of this art is precision in measurement. Metric measurement is the most commonly used system worldwide, and it is essential to understand metric measurement conversions in order to successfully follow recipes from different parts of the world. Metric measurement may seem intimidating at first,…

You may not finish all the cornbread you’ve made in a single day. What happens the next day? The bread becomes dry and crumbly. This can be disappointing, especially if you don’t like throwing food away. It would be a waste to do that, especially if the corn bread has not gone bad. You may…

Suppose you are working from home, and suddenly you get a cranky sound coming from your belly. You are sure now that you are pretty hungry. But because of your workload, you’ve little time to cook yourself a heavy meal. What to do now? You’ll want to cook something quickly, right? Grilled cheese is a…