What is White Chocolate?

What is White Chocolate?

First thing’s first: is white chocolate really chocolate? The answer is, no, not technically. In order for chocolate to be chocolate, it needs to include cocoa solids, and white chocolate has none. It does, however, have cocoa butter (which I guess is close...
Why Do Onions Make You Cry?

Why Do Onions Make You Cry?

It’s almost a cliche – the image of a person weeping while chopping an onion. Unfortunately, it’s also true. Well, maybe not the sobbing part, but onions do stimulate the tear glands and can make people get the sniffles when they’re prepping...
How to Store Fresh Herbs So They Last Longer

How to Store Fresh Herbs So They Last Longer

There’s really nothing better than getting fresh herbs from the grocery store. They’re fresh, and they make everything you cook taste just a little bit better. Consequently, few things are more frustrating than getting a fresh batch of herbs from the store...
What are the Different Cuts of Meat?

What are the Different Cuts of Meat?

Being familiar with the different cuts of meat that are out there is a really useful skill to have. For one, you look smart and informed at the butcher shop. It’s also helpful to know when you’re getting a good deal at the grocery store. Not all cuts of...
5 Roux Based Soups That are Perfect for Winter

5 Roux Based Soups That are Perfect for Winter

By now, you should be a pro at making a roux (if you missed our earlier series about how to do this, you should check out this post and this post). While a roux is a common base for many types of sauces, it’s also a great base for thick, creamy soups that are...

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