In the days before we had non-stick cookware, we had the next best thing - seasoned cast iron cookware. While non-stick cookware has certainly outdone cast iron cookware in the non-stick category, cast iron pots and pans are still favored by many chefs, including the professionals because of their durability and ability to retain flavor.
But, if you're not lucky enough to have a hand-me-down from Grandma, you may find yourself confused about how to become a cast iron chef. Have no fear - you can learn to season cast iron cookware with the pros and keep them in great shape for years to come. ...
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Posted on August 15, 2005 10:08 |
Food / Dining
With the holidays on their way soon, many people will be beefing up kitchens to handle the increased demand for 'fit for a king' meals. Not being a professional Chef shouldn't stop you from being able to cook like one. But, you'll need the right tools to create those tantalizing dishes. Read on and find out the five tools that no kitchen cook should be without.
Mixing Bowls
Make sure that you have a good, quality set of mixing bowls on hand — the bigger the better! Many dishes need to be beaten, blended or mixed. You'll be glad you didn't skimp on the mixing bowls when you need to p ...
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Posted on August 15, 2005 10:08 |
Food / Dining
Beer brewing has become increasingly popular because it produces a large amount of beer for a very little amount of money. There are three things to consider when brewing your own beer from home - equipment, ingredients and procedure.
Equipment Needed: Ingredients
• A 20 quart brew pot
• Water
• Large stirring spoon
• Malted Barley
• A basic tablespoon
• Hops
• Measuring cup
• Yeast
• Glass jar
• Fermenter (plastic bucket)
• Air lock
• Sanitizer
• Thermometer
• Rolling pin
Procedure:
Preparing the Ingredients — Crush the malted barley into suitable sizes usi ...
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Posted on July 29, 2005 03:07 |
Food / Dining
Wine making is an easy, cost-efficient way to stock up on your favorite vintages. Although the wine-making process is fairly simple, it's important to follow the steps carefully to ensure you don't miss any elements. These steps will be crucial to the success of your batch.
Once you've decided to make a batch of wine, the first thing to consider is the equipment needed. The following is a list of the wine making equipment required to make a basic batch of red wine:
Large nylon straining bagCloth (any kind will do)Large pail (with a lid)HydrometerThermometer
Acid titration kitClear, benda ...
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Posted on July 29, 2005 03:07 |
Food / Dining
[b]Terrific dining in Walla Walla
[i]Wonderful food, service and ambience create the "ultimate dining experience" at 26brix[/i][/b]
"Is Walla Walla too far to drive for dinner?
Not if you're dining at 26brix and chef Mike Davis is in the kitchen. Sure, there is that four- to five-hour drive from Portland, but what a magnificent trip alongside the mighty Columbia, then east into Washington through fertile fields covered with grasses, sweet onions, whirling windmills and acres of grape vines."
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Posted on April 30, 2005 07:04 |
Food / Dining
