Cooking Tips 101

A Pirogue is a flat-bottomed boat made from a hollowed tree trunk.  In this case, we will be using a loaf of bread as the tree trunk.  This is a great dish when you are hosting or making food to bring to a large party. Ingredients: 4 Loaves of Italian Bread 3 lbs lean ground [...]

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So you have been told to change your food intake to include more fish, however if you have never been really a fish eater, this one may be quite difficult. In the first place, the smell of fish can be tremendously a huge burden given that it is actually extremely strong. Secondly, you may be [...]

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Eating for Success From now on you will be glad to know that there are ways to enhance their job performance and help you along your journey to achieve professional success. One day, his life should be divided into phases that can ensure aliments to show a good professional. It does not matter if you [...]

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Although it’s not traditional, i have add a little olive oil to pasta dough. Some chefs add milk, but a fragrant oil is a better foil for the eggs. Makes about 1 pound fresh pasta. HOMEMADE PASTA – BASIC PASTA DOUGH INGREDIENTS : Dry Ingredients : • 2 cups all-purpose fl our, plus more for [...]

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The Amish are well known for both their craftsman ship and their cooking. If you have ever seen a piece of Amish made furniture, you no doubt will attest to the quality and durability of those pieces. Amish cooking is no exception and anyone who has tasted an Amish recipe can tell you how tasty [...]

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In this dish, the potatoes and garlic slowly roast in the pork’s juices. For a more intense taste, seal the coated loin in a plastic bag and marinate in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Makes 6 servings ROASTED PORK LOIN WITH POTATOES AND GARLIC INGREDIENTS : • 2 large baking potatoes • 1 [...]

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Shanghai-style wrappers are thinner but stay firmer, less slippery after they’re steamed (and crisper after they’re fried). Make these dumplings up to 8 hours before you steam them; once stuffed, store them, covered with plastic wrap, on a cornstarchdusted baking sheet in the refrigerator. Makes about 40 dumplings. CHINESE DUMPLINGS INGREDIENTS : • 3⁄4 pound [...]

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Ginger can become quite spicy in larger quantities, so this soup is cooled off with a little orange marmalade, added off the heat to preserve its bitter edge. Makes 6 servings Step By Step Directions : COLD CARROT GINGER SOUP INGREDIENTS : • 2 tablespoons olive oil • 2 large onions, chopped • 2 garlic [...]

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This airy, light, savory soufflé makes gorgeous dinner party fare-but does require good timing. You must serve it within a minute or two after its coming out of the oven.| Makes 4 servings. Ingredients and directions : BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUFFLE WITH GINGER CREAM INGREDIENTS : • 1 tablespoon canola oil • 1 small butternut squash [...]

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Scones should be a cake and a biscuit all in one. Cream, although traditional, makes for a gummy scone, so we prefer half-and-half for a lighter— and better—crumb. For the best results, use cake flour. Makes 8 scones Ingredients and directions : CREAM SCONES WITH ORANGE GLAZE INGREDIENTS : • 31⁄4 cups cake fl our, [...]

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This hearty stew is made with red wine, a savory contrast to the ground beef. Serve over white or brown rice or over steamed greens such as kale, collard greens, or spinach. Also serve a bottled red chili sauce on the side, if desired. Makes 8 servings GROUND BEEF SREW WITH CLAMS AND HATELNUTS INGREDIENTS [...]

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There’s nothing better than this American favorite. Feel free to adjust the horseradish or hot sauce to your taste. For an elegant presentation, place the shrimp in martini glasses and top with this classic American sauce. Makes about 6 appetizer servings (with 11⁄2 cups sauce). I have added a note at the end of this [...]

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