Category: Preparation

For many burger enthusiasts, a good burger doesn't start with the meat. It all starts with the onion. A versatile vegetable, onions bring a vast range of tangy flavors to the palette. They also...

Running out of items called for in a recipe is annoying, to say the least. Luckily, there are often viable substitutes. However, is using garlic powder in place of minced garlic, something that...

There's nothing better than firing up the grill and creating those smells that will delight the whole neighborhood. I've been grilling and smoking meat as a hobby for a long time but was recently...

Bread flour is a staple for many bakers, and white bread flour is particularly useful to make sandwich loaves, feed your sourdough starter, or to mix with other flours for delicious bread. But even...

Potato flakes, potato starch, and mashed potato flakes are all synonyms for the same thing. Often, you will see them used as a thickening agent in soups, gravies, or sauces. But what can you use...

The difference between baking soda and baking powder is something every chef contemplates at one time or another along their culinary journey. I have been baking for over 50 years and can give you a...