For thousands of years people on the continent of Asia have cooked their food in woks. A single wok could have been used to cook thousands of meals over several decades. One pan, perfectly constructed and seasoned could be used to feed several generations of one family. A wok is a family treasure, a practical [...]
Entries Tagged as ‘Food Tips’
July 1, 2010
mSS…Food Tip: Olive Oil Béchamel
This set of recipes from Martha Rose Shulman which all use a béchamel sauce should be a staple in your recipe box (or file folder on your PC). Very versatile and delicious.
November 30, 2009
mSS…Food Tip
You are much more likely to cut yourself with a dull kitchen knife. You are more apt to force the knife through whatever you are cutting, slip and hurt yourself. The safest knife is a very sharp one. Sharpen them yourself or send them out to a sharpener, hone them with a steel before and [...]
November 25, 2009
mSS… Food Tip
I was at my friend David’s a few days ago. He said he had been experimenting with pickles. He bought a really large jar of dills and started by throwing whole Habaneros in the jar to spice them up a bit. The first try was a mild hint of heat that was rather unsatisfying. He [...]
Sunday Saucer
