It’s important to wash your hands regularly to keep yourself and your family safe from bacteria. Don’t wipe it off – juices can be splashed while washing and can transfer bacteria onto surfaces. Keep a bowl of water available so you can rinse your hands quickly after handling raw meat or poultry, cleaning products, or…
To prepare dried Lima beans, you need to soak them in water for at least six hours or overnight. Frozen Lima beans do not require prepping and can be cooked immediately after being thawed. Be sure to cook frozen Lima beans thoroughly so they don’t become mushy. For a nutritious dish, add canned kidney beans…
The discovery of blue-tinged ginger can be a perplexing sight for any gardener or culinary enthusiast. While ginger is traditionally known for its earthy beige hue, encountering a blue tinge raises questions about the underlying causes. This enigmatic transformation stems from a confluence of biological, environmental, and genetic factors. Understanding why ginger takes on this…
Rinsing meat before cooking it decreases the risk of foodborne illnesses. Washing meat and poultry can cause foodborne illness if the water doesn’t get rid of all the bacteria on the surface. It’s important to dry meat and poultry completely before storing them in a refrigerator or freezer, to reduce cross contamination risks even further….
The enigma of non-foaming yeast is a perplexing scenario encountered by bakers at various stages. The absence of that eagerly anticipated froth can be frustrating, but understanding the underlying causes is key to rectifying the issue. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a novice, this phenomenon can happen to anyone. From incorrect water temperatures to…
All wild mushrooms are a great source of nutrients and minerals, including important vitamins and antioxidants. They can be cleaned using the same methods as cultivated mushrooms, but be sure to remove any dirt or debris before cooking. Wild mushrooms are often more expensive than cultivated ones, but their flavor is worth it. Cook them…
Raw kale is more beneficial than cooked kale, because the raw form contains more of the nutrients that are beneficial to your health. You can steam or saute kale however you like, but don’t boil it or stir fry it for too long or with too much added liquid—this will lessen its nutritional value. Kale…
Fully cooked and ready to eat meals can be prepared either cold or heated as directed below. Frozen meals can be thawed in the refrigerator for up to three days. Heating instructions are specific to each product, so please read the label before cooking. If you have any questions about preparing a meal, please don’t…
Pancetta is a type of Italian bacon that’s made from pork belly that has been dry cured for several weeks. It can be smoked, grilled or fried and is used in many dishes including salads, pasta sauces and pizza toppings. Pancetta can be fully aged or sliced thinly which gives it a different flavor profile…
Pizza dough can be made with either flour or whole wheat flour, and it also contains cheese. You can use any type of raw meat you like on your pizza, but make sure to add enough salt and pepper so that the flavors complement each other. Cheese is a key ingredient in many pizzas because…