Lita's Cooking Blog
There are tons of myths and misconceptions about beets. Some people say it is poisonous but the others say it is actually pretty healthy if you ingest it but a lot of people say they cannot really eat is since it tastes nothing but dirt.
So what do beets really taste like? But before we answer that question, let’s find out more about this mysterious beet.
There are a lot of ways on how you would be able to tell if a chicken cooked. Unlike other kinds of meat and fish, you cannot eat a medium rare chicken unless you want to get salmonella. So here are a few ways on how to tell if a chicken is done.
Sage is one of the most commonly used spices in the kitchen. If you run out of Sage, however, that can be a problem. Well, not really – because you can always use a Sage substitute.
We use spices and condiments in all types of recipes because they can make dishes more delicious. So, no, we simply can’t leave them out, right?
Since Sage has an earthy (almost woody) taste that gives hints of pine-like flavor, its substitute should possess similar characteristics. With the 17 Sage substitutes listed below, you never have to worry about messing up your recipes.
Ricotta cheese can be used all year-round that is why people are always looking for alternatives for this type of cheese.
We are all going to be listing down some ricotta cheese substitute just for you so sit back and let’s start listing.
Tamales is an extremely old dish originating from the Pre-Columbian era (The Aztec era) and it spread throughout the entire south America even in some countries in Asia. But not everyone knows how to exactly heat up tamales properly. So continue reading and these are the quick and easy ways on How To Reheat Tamales.
Can you freeze Ricotta Cheese? If you are fond of Ricotta Cheese, this question is probably one of your concerns in the kitchen.
As we all know, this type of cheese is quite expensive – but it’s so worth the price because it’s a healthy type of food (or ingredient).
So, what are you supposed to do if you have some left-over Ricotta Cheese that you don’t want to go to waste? Unfortunately, if not used immediately, this delicious ingredient can easily go bad. However, there are ways of extending its life – such as freezing.
Because we all love Ricotta Cheese, it would be good to understand it better, right? This way, you will know if freezing is indeed the best way to preserve and prolong the life of this type of cheese.
Below is a list of everything you need to know about Ricotta Cheese.
Dijon Mustard has a very distinct taste. It originated from Burgundy, France in a town called Dijon. It has a flavor that comes from a kind of juice which comes from unripe grapes called verjus.
In some places, Dijon mustard can be a little difficult to find that is why we came up with a list that would help you out when it comes to looking for the substitute for this fine condiment.
Keep on reading because we are going to be listing down some amazing Dijon mustard substitutes. But before we get into that, let’s get to know this type of mustard first.
What is beef consomme? Don’t be disappointed if you don’t know what it is – because frankly, a lot of people are not familiar with this recipe.
Let me give you a brief background about it before I get into all the little details about it. By understanding what it literally means, as well as its history, you will get to appreciate it even more.
Consomme is a term that is used to refer to a particular broth recipe that’s been around since the 1500s (impressed yet?). It comes from the French word “consumer,” which means “eat” or “consume.”
Today, consommé is commonly used to refer to broth or stock. Technically, however, that’s wrong – because an authentic consommé is made up of unique ingredients. In fact, there are even variations to this dish that call for special procedures.
So, no – a consommé is not just a simple broth. It’s actually a fancy dish that’s delicious and healthy as well.
Prepare to be amazed at the incredible facts you are about to learn about a dish called beef consommé.
Let’s talk about garlic. Well, if you love to cook, or even just to eat, you know how important the flavor garlic gives. It is probably the most used spice/herb when it comes to cooking.
It is used almost in every dish. But the question is how long does garlic last? Do they even go bad?
The answer actually depends on the way you store it. Here are 5 Wonderful Ways of Storing Garlic.
A salmon skin roll is one of the best sushi there is, but do you really know what is inside of a sushi? We are going through these 5 yummy sushi ingredients that will totally flip your mind once you find out how healthy they can be.
The history of sushi goes all the way back in Japan, don’t worry, we’re not going to bore you with historical facts you don’t necessarily need to know.
Most people never really think about Tarragon until they come across a recipe that needs one. You also don’t normally see this in the spices aisle of your local grocery store so here are 5 amazing substitutes for tarragon.
But first, if you do not have any idea what Tarragon is, just keep reading.
So how long do mushrooms really last? How do you exactly store them? Mushrooms have already been part of our dishes since the olden days. We can find them in every grocery we go to. But then again, once home, they tend to become slimy and develop brown spots within just a few days if we don’t use them right away
As a cook (whether professional or amateur), you should know how to properly measure ingredients to be able to serve perfect-tasting dishes. And I’m talking about exact measurements here – as guessing the volume of ingredients in a recipe can result in a less-than-perfect dish.
So, now you’re asking: how many tablespoons in a cup?
I know this seems to be a hard question, but it’s not. So, you can expect an easy and simple answer – right here, right now.
Yes, it does involve a bit of math – but you can figure it out even if you’re not that good in math, ok? No worries.
In spite of being a simple recipe, a lot of people are having trouble as to how to thicken Chilli. Because of its ingredients (especially the liquid ingredients), Chilli often comes out thin or watery.
While that’s fine and acceptable, a Chilli’s texture (which should be thick) affects its overall presentation and taste, too.
Chilli is everyone’s favorite dish because it’s tasty and nutritious as well. Just think about it – this is a simple recipe that could include meat, beans, vegetables, and spices. And so, just this one dish can provide you with carbohydrates, protein, vitamins and minerals.
In this report, you will learn many different ways on how to make Chilli thicker by using a variety of ingredients.
Just as you can cook up different variations of this dish, you can also use a lot of methods and elements so as to turn a watery and thin mixture into an authentic (and thick) Chilli dish.
Some people think that is difficult making a spaghetti squash that is why they wouldn’t dare try and make one. In this tutorial, I will be teaching you, a step by step guide on how to make spaghetti squash.
…Holiday season is approaching, if you are like me who tends to get tired of those leftover cakes and not knowing what to do with them, I have the perfect and very simple cake pops recipe just for you.
Most people think making cake pops is as complicated or as difficult as baking cakes, but it is not.
In this tutorial, I will be teaching you a step-step guide on how to make cake pops especially for the beginner’s out there. This is so easy that you could let the kids help you out!
