The sponge and the sink are obvious culprits, but new research shows that other everyday kitchen objects can also harbor germs that can cause foodborne illnesses or worse. Even the cleanest kitchen has germs. In a new study from NSF International, a non-profit public health and safety organization, when 20 families … Read more
To peel garlic quickly, place a large and wide knife (such as a chef’s knife) over the garlic clove and hit it hard, but not too hard. The garlic should crack a bit, making it easy to remove the peel. If you’re going to crush the garlic, hit it harder … Read more
Both baking soda and baking powder are leaveners, used in baking to help baked goods rise. Interestingly, baking powder contains baking soda, but not the other way around. The two cannot be substituted for each other because chemically they are different, but both work in a similar was by releasing … Read more
A serving dish is a kitchenware used to hold or serve food with style. Serving dishes are usually made of glass, stainless metal, porcelain, wood and ceramic. When choosing a serving dish, consider your budget and your needs. After all, there are so many varieties and designs of serving dishes … Read more
Pots and Pans Choose cast iron and stainless steel pots and pans and glass bake ware. Avoid products with nonstick treatments such as Teflon. If you already own products with nonstick treatments, be sure not to let them heat to above 450F. Do not leave non-stick cookware unattended on the … Read more
If “eco-friendly cooking” makes you think solar ovens or a costly kitchen overhaul, then it’s time to revamp the way you think about your cooking routine. Physics, chemistry, and common sense are the main ingredients in good green cuisine. We’ve put together a list of 10 little changes that can … Read more
Add some boiled rice while grinding for Dosa, this will give soft Dosas! If you don’t have any cream to add in the soup or gravy, add a mixture of butter and milk! Keep boiled eggs in cold water for 5 minutes, this will make removal of the shell easier!Store … Read more