Kitchen 2024, December
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Guanabana is a green-yellow, round, thorny fruit that grows in many countries in Central and South America. Scientifically known as "Annona muricata" it has a delicious flavor reminiscent of pineapple. Guanabana should be stripped of its thick outer skin and seeds as they are toxic.
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Gluten-free, cassava flour is an alternative to traditional flour made from cassava root, a plant native to South America and Africa. Soft and powdery, it does not have the grainy texture typical of many other gluten-free flours. Furthermore, unlike almond or coconut flour, it has a neutral and delicate flavor, which does not particularly affect the taste of the dishes.
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The idea of cooking a whole salmon can be daunting for most home cooks. Luckily, salmon fillets cook easily in a pan. You can flavor them with your favorite spices and brown them in a pot like any other ingredient. Following the instructions of the recipe, when cooked, the skin that wraps the salmon will be appetizing and crunchy while the inside will be soft and succulent.
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Coconut flour is a soft flour made from the pulp left over after filtering the coconut milk. It is a valid alternative - gluten-free and rich in proteins - to traditional wheat flours; in addition, it can be made at home. Here's how to do it.
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If you plan to serve a small appetizer at a party, the appetizers are perfect because they can be eaten with your hands, without the need for cutlery and, in some cases, plates. They are also quick and easy to prepare, among other things some recipes do not require the use of the oven.
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Caviar has been one of the favorite foods of the Middle Eastern and Eastern European aristocracy since the Middle Ages. Due to the overabundance of sturgeons, the eggs of which are extracted and served as caviar, prices skyrocketed at the beginning of the twentieth century.
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Do you need to open a jar whose lid appears blocked or too tight? Here is the solution! Steps Step 1. Turn the jar upside down Step 2. Tilt it slightly to one side (left) Step 3. Tap the corner of the lid on a hard surface Step 4.
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Spilling food and drink can be an embarrassing but sometimes seemingly unavoidable situation. You may have shaking hands and have difficulty gripping cups and glasses without spilling their contents, or simply you may have had too many recent accidents.
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Most traditional woks are made of carbon steel which does not need to be treated. The process of "seasoning" of the pots serves to make them non-stick and to give more flavor to the food. Once treated, the wok will be easier to use, clean and won't risk rusting.
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This recipe allows you to add some flavor to a healthy and nutritious fruit like watermelon, even if the cooking method used is not the healthiest. In recent years, this recipe seems to have taken hold in country fairs and other events. There is no doubt that it is a gluttony capable of creating addiction, and of which one cannot do anything but ask for more.
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Green beans are a versatile ingredient that you can easily combine with other raw or cooked vegetables, for example in a salad or in a pan of mixed vegetables, but the fact remains that they are also excellent on their own. They are good for your health, as they are rich in vitamins C, A and K and low in fat, sodium and cholesterol.
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Learn to turn pancakes like a pro with these tips and tricks! Steps Step 1. Wait until the sides of the pancake are dry and bubbles have started to appear on the top Take a fork and place it under the rim of the pancake. Lift it up.
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Halogen ovens use a particular heating element in the lid of the instrument which reaches high temperatures faster than a traditional oven. They are also equipped with a fan that allows air circulation and uniform cooking. Although halogen ovens are different from normal ones in many respects, they are still quite simple to use for preparing classic dishes.
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This little appliance will soon become your best friend. A few experiments are enough to make you understand that you will no longer be able to do without it. And all you have to do is press a button. Follow the steps below to start doing pretty much everything.
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Chefs know exactly how long they need to cook meat for it to be delicious and succulent. Cooking a restaurant-worthy rib eye steak or tenderloin takes just the right amount of time and heat. Medium cooking is generally considered the best compromise between the natural taste of meat and a delicious crust.
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Jackfruit is a large, thorny fruit that grows in tropical and subtropical climate areas, mainly India and Bangladesh. The oval fruits grow directly on the trunk of trees and are the largest tree fruits in the world, weighing up to 45 kg. They are rich in nutrients and contain large amounts of potassium, B vitamins and proteins.
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Storing food in plastic containers is very useful. It allows you to store large quantities of loose food, such as cereals and dried legumes, for times of emergency. Plastic containers allow you to buy large quantities of food, and therefore be able to save, and protect them from insects, thanks to the hermetic seal.
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Brussels sprouts are healthy and easy to cook. Many people mistakenly think that they are nondescript and tasteless as they are often served boiled or steamed, but the truth is that by baking them in the oven they acquire a great texture and flavor.
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Foie gras is the French definition of "fatty liver" and normally refers to the liver of a duck or goose. Serving it for the first time can be scary, but it is a very simple operation. All you have to do is bring the foie gras to the right temperature and cut it into small slices.
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A "bubble" or "bottle" of edible water is plain water that has been solidified into a spherical shape. It consists of water, sodium alginate and calcium lactate. If you prefer something tastier, you can make a water cake, a dessert that belongs to the Japanese tradition.
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Glyphosate is a chemical substance found in herbicides most used by farmers, such as Roundup, whose exposure, when prolonged, can be associated with the development of tumors. While the overall risk is not yet fully known, there are some precautions you can take to eliminate glyphosate from your diet.
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Non-stick pans are functional and clean in no time, but their special coating tends to deteriorate over time, especially if they are not washed and handled properly. Surface stains and scratches cause food to start sticking and this can be frustrating, especially if you've spent a lot of money buying that pan.
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There is nothing worse than being hungry and not being able to open a jar of food. Regardless of the type of food trapped inside the jar, the first thing to do is to avoid getting nervous or stressed out. To open a particularly difficult glass jar, you don't need to buy bizarre and expensive tools designed for this purpose;
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"Hamburger Helper" is the commercial name of a very popular product in the US market and is part of the "Betty Crocker" line distributed by the General Mills company. In practice, it is a canned pasta that also contains powdered sauce and flavorings to facilitate and speed up the preparation of flans using only a few basic ingredients.
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Salted lemons (or confit) are a fundamental ingredient of many traditional Moroccan recipes and other Middle Eastern countries. The fruits are preserved in a simple brine, prepared with salt and their own juice. The lemons of the Meyer variety have a thin skin and a good balance between sourness and sweetness, therefore they are the most suitable for this preparation.
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Cheese is the garnish par excellence. Although grating it is very simple, there are many ways to cut this flavorful food. Here are some techniques for "grating" your cheese. Steps Method 1 of 4: Grater with Handle Step 1.
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Balancing your nutritional needs in the morning is important, as it gives you more energy, increases brain power, and you won't go hungry before lunch. Additionally, research shows that people who always eat a healthy, nutritious breakfast tend to be thinner than those who don't.
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In German, the term muesli means a generic mixture of oats, dried and dehydrated fruit, seeds, cereal flakes and honey. It is a perfect combination for a healthy and tasty breakfast, excellent when paired with honey or yogurt. If you want to know how to creatively integrate muesli into your diet, learn its basic techniques and find out how to delight your palate according to your preferences.
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Algae are also known as sea vegetables. They are low in saturated fat and cholesterol, but are rich in vitamins and have very high concentrations of many minerals. Seaweed is said to reduce cancer risk and aid weight loss. You may be thinking about adding seaweed to your diet.
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Most people consume an average amount of sugar that far exceeds their body's needs. In general, those who follow the typical Western diet consume about 30 kg of sugar per year, while doctors suggest very different limits: about 9 teaspoons a day for men and only 6 for women.
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The family of white beans includes different varieties of beans, from local cannellini, to white beans from Spain, to American "navy beans". They are generally small or medium-sized, dry and rather flat and oval in shape. Popular recipes see them stewed, boiled, or added to soups.
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Ground beef or ground beef is the key ingredient in many recipes. Since in many preparations it is necessary to cook it before combining it with other ingredients, it is important to know how to do it. Ingrediants Use the stoves Yield:
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The intestine of the pig, or intestine, is used to stuff sausages and salami, but not only. Offal or entrails are the protagonists of many traditional recipes in Italy and around the world. The small intestine of the pig can be boiled or fried after preparing it properly.
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Do you have a jar but no can opener? Don't worry, the can lids are made from a thin layer of metal that is easy to break. You can use a spoon, a kitchen knife, a small knife or a stone to open the jar without contaminating the food inside. After a few minutes of work, you will have access to the tasty contents of the can.
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A cheese platter is a simple dish to prepare that you can serve as an appetizer or aperitif on almost any occasion. To make it tasty and substantial, it is good to offer different types of cheeses, combining them with suitable foods and drinks.
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The flavor and quality of freshly grated Parmesan is superior to those packaged ready-made. Grating your cheese is not as quick and easy as using the pre-grated one but the flavor and the final result are really different in terms of quality.
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A red wine reduction is a sauce that is made with beef broth, aromatic vegetables and, of course, red wine. It is used to accompany steaks and roasts, making the dish tastier and richer; the alcohol evaporates during cooking. Read on to learn how to make a perfect steak reduction.
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Radishes are crunchy, refreshing and delicious; in addition, they offer numerous health benefits. Like many other vegetables, they don't keep fresh and crunchy for long, so it's important to keep them at their best. This article outlines four ways to keep them fresh for as long as possible.
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Cast iron is one of the most loved materials by chefs because it guarantees uniform heat and a non-stick cooking surface. Plus, it's very durable and can last a really long time if you know how to care for it. In order for cast iron pans and pots to remain non-stick over time and rust does not form, they must be treated.
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The microwave is very useful for reheating leftovers and cooking food quickly. However, you may have doubts about how to use it correctly and safely or you need to go through the list of things you can heat and cook in this appliance. Make sure you've set it up so it's simple and safe to use.