Yester Besides the ones that we buy from stores, there are several custard powder recipes with similar ingredients that you can make at home. The main ingredients in custard powder are milk, sugar, egg yolk, cornstarch and vanilla. It is usually used in cake, pudding and other dessert recipes and seems to be an easy alternative … Read more
Between so many root vegetables, carrots may be your favorite. It is rich in vitamins and nutrients and is one of the most widely used veggies for cooked dishes, desserts, smoothies and not only. You can even eat it just the way it is and enjoy its sweet, earthy and woody flavor. Sometimes carrots are … Read more
Compared to many savory condiments, red pepper flakes are among the hottest spices that some people can’t tolerate. If you are among this group of people then take a look at this guide to the best red pepper flakes substitutes to use whenever you need to replace it with a lower-heat option or don’t have … Read more
Half and half is the mixture of equal amounts of milk and cream. It’s a simple blend of two dairy products with a creamy texture used in baked goods, cream sauces, mixed drinks, pasta recipes, mashed potatoes and many more. Sometimes you may run out of this useful dairy product and you may want to … Read more
Currants are small, dark-colored berries with sweet and sour flavor. Fresh currants are basically used in pies, tarts, puddings and fruit salads like other berries. You can also make refreshing compotes and drinks. Dried currants, on the other hand, are used not only in sweets like jellies but also in savory dishes including pilafs and … Read more
If you have ever used sesame seeds in cooking or baking then you should know how good it is for your health. You can eat them both raw and toasted. We use sesame seeds as a condiment and topping for stir-fries, salads, soups, sushi as well as for tahini paste, baked goods, sweet and savory … Read more
You often buy or make different sauces at home but when it comes to plum sauce, you realize that it’s something unique made with a traditional recipe. And, yes, this sauce has a history, as it comes from the old Chinese cuisine and has become a favorite sauce in many other cuisines and restaurants. Plum … Read more
Broccoli rabe is a green leafy vegetable that looks like broccoli but is practically closer to turnip. The entire vegetable is edible and full of vitamins. It is popular especially in Italian dishes but you can find it in California markets too. It tastes nutty and has some bitterness. You can use this green in … Read more
Shiitake mushrooms are an edible type of fungus originating from China and Japan. They contain a chemical called lentinan which is good for the immune system. You can eat them both raw and cooked, but they are more often used in cooked dishes to bring out the best of their flavor. Shiitake mushrooms have a … Read more
Pie weights are small ceramic or metal balls used to fix the form of the dough at the first stage of the baking process. Of course not everyone owns them but when it comes to pies, tarts and other baked goods that call for similar items we need to use something else instead. Luckily pie … Read more