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Think of how often a dish starts with a sauté of onions, carrots, and celery. In Italy, this combination is called soffritto. In France, it is cooked with butter and is called mirepoix, but for general purposes I like it cooked with light-flavored olive oil or even grapeseed oil, which is neutrally flavored, so I...
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When it comes to cooking pastured or grass-fed meats, remember that these meats are leaner than the usual grocery store grain-fed meats, so you need to cook them a little differently. Grilling For grilling steaks, keep the degree of doneness to medium at the most, although I recommend medium-rare. Use a lower heat and check...
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Most people think of olives first when thinking of tapenade, but the word tapenade actually comes from the Provençal word “tapeno,” which means “caper.” I like to keep this in mind when making tapenade to remind myself to keep the balance between the caper and the olive, which can easily dominate this versatile paste. I...
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Marinating meat serves as a meat tenderizer and flavor enhancer. Marinades start with an oil and acid, such as vinegar, citrus juice, or wine, and are further enhanced with spices, herbs, or aromatics. The acid in citrus juices, wines, and vinegar breaks down proteins, thus tenderizing the meat while also balancing out the spicy and...
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There are many different methods for making basil infused oil, but I find this one works really well. It produces a deeply colored and flavored oil that will last in the refrigerator for 3-5 days before the flavor begins to drop off. It can be frozen for a month or two without much loss of...
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Here are some easy tips for selecting fresh fish and cooking fish perfectly each time. According to our Chef in Residence, Andrew Cohen, when cooking fish there are two important things to remember: (1) Fresh! and (2) “Eight minutes to the inch.” How to Choose Fresh Fish Always check fish for freshness. Smell the fish,...
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By using olive oil instead of butter, you are eliminating the saturated fat of butter, and replacing it with “good” monounsaturated fats and some antioxidants. A light, mild-tasting olive oil is best for cakes or muffins made with fruits or vegetables, such as lemon, orange, apple, banana, and carrots. Chocolate cakes and brownies are excellent...
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Here are some easy tips for selecting fresh fish and cooking fish perfectly each time. According to Andrew Cohen, our market Chef in Residence, when cooking fish there are two important things to remember: (1) Fresh! and (2) “Eight minutes to the inch.” How to Choose Fresh Fish Always check fish for freshness. Smell the...
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Having a baking mix on hand is one of the best time savers for busy families when it comes to breakfast. Store the mix in a 4-quart plastic container with a tight-fitting lid in a cool, dark, dry place. Stir in sugar to taste and liquid ingredients right before cooking. INGREDIENTS: 10 cups flour 1/4...
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This excellent gluten-free flour formulation comes from King Arthur Flour, America’s oldest flour company in Vermont. Special diets, such as the gluten-free diet required for celiac disease, can be very challenging especially if you enjoy traditional baked goods and bread. Tested, reliable formulations using quality ingredients to replicate traditional baked products (which use wheat flour)...
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