You're a busy mom with a lot on your plate. Between your job and the demands of maintaining the household, do you find it a real challenge to find the time to connect with your kids? Instead of trying to squeeze in quality time between cleaning up and making dinner, why not make mealtime preparation a family activity that your kids can take part in? Yes, the rather mundane task … [Read more...] about Kitchen bonding – the joy of cooking with kids
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Common Chinese Sauces
Today one sees all sorts of fascinating Chinese mixes and marinades in the market place. Five spices, star anise, ginger, Szechuan pepper (black), lemon balm, coriander, tangerine peel, oyster sauce, sesame oil—these are all indispensable in Oriental cooking. Here is a basic guide to the most common Chinese sauces. … [Read more...] about Common Chinese Sauces
How to know when grilled food is cooked
Do you find yourself asking 'Is it done yet?' every time you grill? Here are some six tried and tested tips for meat and fish that are perfectly grilled, each and every time. Take out the guesswork and avoids undercooking or overcooking food! … [Read more...] about How to know when grilled food is cooked
How to store meat and vegetables
Got a lot of party leftovers? Or a bunch of fruits and vegetables from the Farmer's Market that need to stay fresh for a salad you plan to prepare in the middle of the week? Here are some ways to store food properly so that the flavors and texture stay intact. … [Read more...] about How to store meat and vegetables
TIps for cooking with Indian spices
Indian dishes are known for their intense flavors and exotic blend of spices. Many of these spices are not frequently used in everyday Western cuisine, which is why many of us are afraid to experiment (or end up buying the 'instant' flavor packets in the supermarket). But if you've ever tasted authentic curry you know what you're missing. Here are some tips on how to use spices … [Read more...] about TIps for cooking with Indian spices