Gnocchi is an Italian pasta, with the most common being the classic potato gnocchi. The word gnocchi may be derived from the Italian word nocchio, meaning a knot in wood, or from nocca, meaning knuckle. They are made of cooked mashed potatoes, flour and eggs. Some gnocchi recipes add ricotta to the dough. Gnocchi are […]
Anyone who can make a soufflé is an accomplished home cook. Understanding the basic underlying scientific principles that make a souffle what it is, can help your attempt of making one go off without a hitch. It starts with knowing that it’s all in the eggs and 3 secrets. First Secret Of Making A Soufflé […]
Gnocchi is an Italian dumpling made from potatoes. They are small, deliciously light, and tender. They go with just about any sauce. Favorite flavors among many who enjoy eating this Italian dumpling includes Basil pesto, spinach and cheese. A dish of Gnocchi is usually eaten as a first course, but can also serve as a […]
This roasted root vegetable salad is not only plated with shrimp, but also mixed greens. It is then pleasantly dressed with a mango chipotle dressing. The salad also has some crunch with roasted pecans. Pecans taste so good in salads. Roasting them even deepens the flavor and crispness. Three interesting fact about Pecans: Pecans are […]
Traditional pasta as we know, is made with refined wheat flour. Refining wheat grains into flour removes a variety of nutrients that are found in the bran and germ. However, some plant nutrients such as phytochemicals cannot be replaced. Phytochemicals are bioactive nutrient plant chemicals found in all plant foods, like fruits, vegetables, and grains. […]
Curry dishes from Thailand have a deliciously different flavor because of the use of the local ingredients, like kafir lime leaves and lemongrass. Coconut milk is frequently used in Thai curries, though not always. Depending on the type of chilies used, the strength of a red curry can range from mild to fiery hot. The […]
Winter vegetables are those that can grow even when the weather is very cold outside, including when there’s a frost. Vegetables that can be grown in colder weather are rich in nutrients, including vitamins A, C and K. Plus they contain fiber that support a healthy digestion and immune system support. Root vegetables, like beets […]
There of 3 colors of curry, which are red, yellow and green. The color of a curry dish is determined by the color of the chiles and other main ingredients or spices used. Traditional red curry sauce uses dried red hot peppers. Yellow curry gets it color from yellow curry, turmeric, fresh red peppers are […]
There is a variety of dishes or plated food that is prepared with curry originating in the Indian subcontinent. Though curry dishes make up a significant part of India’s food culture, there is vastly more to Indian cuisine than curry. Curry powder though is not used in India, as authentic curry dishes from India use […]
China is the number one pork consumer around the world. Every year, nearly half of the world’s pork is eaten by the Chinese. The Chinese not only love pork but also are good at cooking pork. The methods they use are stir-fried, steamed, boiled, and braised. They love their flavorings as well. Such as salty, […]
