Baking powder is an ingredient commonly used in many recipes as a leavening agent. The key to extending the usability of the baking powder is to try to store it from any moisture and air. It is because both of which can affect the potency and function of it as a leavening agent. If you…
Have you ever looked at your cornmeal or corn muffin and found it staring back with many little black eyes? I have. I’ve mistaken these black specks for many things, from bits of stone from a stone-ground masa harina pack to bits of pepper, but my greatest fear has always been to find out that…
One of the biggest goals of every homeowner proper food storage. You just want to be prepared in case something happens, but you don’t want a cluster of food to look gross and go spoil as they last longer. They must taste good and last for a while. And this is where the food dehydrator…
If you are a cheese enthusiast, you might enjoy buying different types of cheese. So that if you need some recipes, you can immediately get them right away. One way to preserve them is through freezing; however, not all cheese can be put in the freezer. Besides, they come in this variety: sliced, shredded, or…
It’s no secret that some mushrooms are toxic. Because of this, many are wary of accidentally using edible mushrooms that are already bad. It’s rare for store-bought mushrooms to make you sick. However, they may still make you sick if they’re past their prime or stored wrongly. And now, you may be wondering how to…
Reaching for a cup of instant coffee is the most practical thing to do, no matter if you are hurrying to get somewhere or trying to tighten the purse strings. Alas, even the best instant coffee is no match for the worst brewed coffee. If heading to a coffee shop is not an option, fret…
Hola! Te amo tamales. I love tamales too, and whenever I make them I end up making more than we can eat at one sitting. My stomach runs out of space before my appetite does, the way my poor brain runs out of Spanish before I’m done saying what I want to say. Long story…
Milk is a basic ingredient for a lot of recipes as well as a favorite beverage. But if you are not able to buy in the store for a gallon, powdered milk is handy, readily available, and easy to use. Therefore, it is essential to include it in your food storage plans. However, powdered milk…
It is undeniable that bagels are in their best condition when they are fresh, except those that are eaten as soon as they are fresh from the oven, while the rest need to be properly stored. Therefore, freezing bagels will save their flavor at a later date. Proper defrosting will help restore them to a…
You can think of naan bread (or simply naan) as the Indian version of pita bread. However, they look a little different from each other because they are out of different ingredients and cooked in different manners. The steps on how to buy, serve, and store naan are pretty much the same as the steps…