Kneading is important because it creates strength and structure in the dough. It makes your dough soft and gives it a cushiony feel. Flour usually contains two kinds of protein that combine to form gluten. The gluten is what creates the elastic texture in the dough. When you knead, gluten creates a structure that traps…
If you want to bake, you do not have to feel limited by the fact that you do not have a kneading machine. Never let equipment stop you from doing what you really want to do. You can always find a way to work around it. A stand mixer can work just as well when…
I got the idea of coming up with a list of pantry staples that I can make from my mom. She always had a list of meals she can make from what was in the pantry. I didn’t understand it then, but when I got married and had kids of my own, I appreciated it…
What are Kaffir lime leaves? The scientific name of Kaffir lime is Citrus hystrix. It is a tropical citrus fruit. Kaffir lime is commonly found in native parts of South East Asia. Kaffir lime fruit is green in color but as it matures, it turns yellow. Kaffir lime is popular for its culinary use because…
Making Shabbat meals tend to take so much time and energy so sometimes you may end up having no energy to make the dessert. For this reason, it is always good to have one or two easy dessert recipes at hand. The same goes for the side dishes. These desserts and side dishes can be…
A few years ago when I was still single, I ate stir fry meals almost every day. I hardly ever felt the need to make a proper meal. Living alone never gives you the motivation to cook every day. Stir fry freezer meals were the real deal for me back then. They were so easy…
Although canning can be a bit intimidating, it is so much fun. It is also quite rewarding when you see your shelves full of brightly colored jars that have food you preserved yourself. We all know how much hard work actually goes into those jars. All that hard work pays off when you are eating…
Kids often have their own ideas of what makes a great lunch. Most of the time, it is never as healthy as we, the parents, want it to be. I am always looking for nutritious lunch ideas that my kids will love. I want them to be healthy and still enjoy their lunches. Sandwiches for…
Air frying is an interesting concept. Before I knew how it really works, I kept wondering how a kitchen appliance can use very little oil to come up with the same results as deep frying. I finally learned that air frying is not really frying. For you to fry anything, you have to dip it…