I keep saying that baking is a science. Who doesn’t love freshly baked bread straight out of the oven? When I started baking bread, I had a hard time telling when it finished baking. If you are having a hard time as well, you are not alone. No one wants gummy underdone bread. But how…
I have used yeast for baking for several years. Both active dry yeast and instant yeast provide an airy, light texture, but they do so in slightly different ways. For active dry yeast, you have to dissolve it in water before use while you can add instant yeast directly to your dry ingredients. Active dry…
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…
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…
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…
Can scrambled eggs be frozen and reheated? Scrambled eggs are fast and easy to make as a delicacy, especially for breakfast. Eggs generally contain a lot of protein, folic acid, and other minerals and vitamins. This makes them nutritious and healthy. They are also versatile and can be made into many different recipes and forms,…
Can I freeze mozzarella cheese? Yes! You can freeze mozzarella cheese. The word mozzarella comes from the word ‘mozzarre,’ which means ‘to cut off.’ It is one of the most popular cheeses in America. It is an unripened soft cheese that originated from the Battipalgia region of Italy. Mozzarella cheese is made traditionally from the…