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Should You Brine A Butterball Turkey?
By Johny
Food Guides,

Should You Brine A Butterball Turkey?

A well-flavored turkey meal is always one to remember, and the secret to making it often lies in how carefully it is prepared with spices, salt, and other condiments. However, in the case of a butterball turkey, it comes with a prepackaged reminder that states that it had already been treated with an 8% brine solution which contains salt, spices, and water. And that begs the question, should you still go ahead to brine a Butterball turkey or you just skip the brining part and go on with the rest of the cooking preparations. The answers to these questions are…
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Do Farm Fresh Eggs Need to Be Refrigerated?
By Johny
Egg Guides, ,

Do Farm Fresh Eggs Need to Be Refrigerated?

Eggs provide essential nutrients like folate, zinc, and calcium amongst many others. However, farm fresh eggs are believed to offer higher nutritional values than regular eggs. Many people wonder if farm fresh eggs are different from the ones bought at the store, and for good reasons Farm fresh eggs are said to: Hold more nutritional value Taste better than regular eggs bought at the store Have yolks with richer color Have different colors, shell types, and sizes Contain less saturated fat and cholesterol Contain more omega-3 fatty acids and beta carotene Have more vitamin A, E, and D Feeding is…
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Does Tamari Need to Be Refrigerated?
By Johny
Techniques

Does Tamari Need to Be Refrigerated?

Tamari is one of the five most famous soy sauces in Japan. It is widely known for its rich flavor and is a byproduct of miso paste. It is versatile, and as a result, can replace most soy sauces. Many are concerned about how to increase the lifespan of Tamari. Hence the question “Does Tamari need to be refrigerated?” Let’s find out. Does Tamari Need to Be Refrigerated? Tamari is best stored in its original container in a cool, dark, and dry place. It can last for years in a pantry without being refrigerated when unopened. It is important to…
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6 Best Pizza Stones with Handles and Racks
By Luong Tan
Food Guides, ,

6 Best Pizza Stones with Handles and Racks

When Cooking with handy kitchen utensils, you don’t have to worry about positioning your hand in a certain way to pick up or put the utensil in place. That sounds like bliss if you ask me.  In a Hurry? Here’s Our Top Three If you’ve used pizza stones that did not have handles or racks and you suddenly got a pizza stone that came with handles or racks, you’d agree with me, that it does get easier. Here’s a list of our best pizza stones with handles and racks, should incase you consider going in that direction.  Best Pizza Stones…
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Can You Eat Frozen Salmon Raw?
By Luong Tan
Food Guides, ,

Can You Eat Frozen Salmon Raw?

Salmon is one of the most nutritious foods I know. It is delicious and loaded with a plethora of nutrients. Besides having numerous health benefits, salmon can be cooked in a couple of different delicious ways. But another way to enjoy this fish is eating it raw! Yes, eating raw salmon is a thing - one that made it gain popularity as a common ingredient in many recipes all over the world. Salmon is a versatile fish; it is one of the most common ingredients in sashimi, nigiri, rolls, and other sushi dishes. Many people have reservations as to whether…
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How to Cook Frozen Hash Browns in Microwave, Frying Pan, Oven & Stove
By Johny
Baking Guides, , , ,

How to Cook Frozen Hash Browns in Microwave, Frying Pan, Oven & Stove

Frozen hash browns are time savers as well as an option for a delicious breakfast dish, its flavors can be enhanced depending on the methods used to prepare it. There are various ways to cook frozen hash browns and they include using either a microwave, a frying pan, an oven, or a stove. Each of these methods come with their set of instructions to enable you to prepare the hash browns properly and although the taste differs, the hash browns come out edible and ready to eat. It is also helpful to note that frozen hash browns are already partly…
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Does Soy Sauce Need to Be Refrigerated Before and After Opening?
By Johny
Techniques,

Does Soy Sauce Need to Be Refrigerated Before and After Opening?

There are different types of soy sauce, e.g. Kikkoman soy sauce, dark soy sauce, sweet soy sauce, usually stored at room temperature. However, do you have a soy sauce bottle in your house that you abandoned for long and you are not sure if it’s still good or not? Did you buy new soy sauce and you are thinking of the best place to store it, your kitchen shelf or refrigerator? Does soy sauce need to be refrigerated before and after opening? Let’s talk about that. Does Soy Sauce Need to Be Refrigerated Before Opening? It’s not necessary to refrigerate…
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How to Know When Scrambled Eggs Are Done & How Long It Takes
By Luong Tan
Egg Guides

How to Know When Scrambled Eggs Are Done & How Long It Takes

Scrambled eggs are a straightforward food. It is pretty easy to spot cooked scrambled eggs. When your scrambled eggs are thick with the albumen not so visible, you have achieved a cooked scabbled egg.  However, some people believe that scrambling eggs is entirely subjective. They believe that scrambled eggs are done when you want them to be. Whether it is still runny, slightly cooked, or done, it is cooked when you take it out of the pan.  If you have no specifics in mind and you just want to know exactly when scrambled eggs are considered ‘typically done’, here’s what…
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Can I Eat Pancakes After Tooth Extraction?
By Luong Tan
Tips & Troubleshooting,

Can I Eat Pancakes After Tooth Extraction?

Recovering after tooth extraction usually takes a few days, during which eating some of your usual meals become challenging as a result of the discomfort in your mouth. You can only eat soft foods in the days following the extraction and gradually add solid foods to your diet as the extraction site heals. However, many people tend to ask if they can eat common household meals such as pancakes in the days after their tooth extraction.  Pancakes are often eaten with butter, maple syrup, berries, scrambled eggs, bananas, or prepared as a savory dish with sautéed vegetables. Let’s see if…
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Does Worcestershire Sauce Need to Be Refrigerated?
By Johny
European Cuisines

Does Worcestershire Sauce Need to Be Refrigerated?

If you have ever thought that Worcestershire sauce is called that because it originated from Worcester, you have been right all along. It was first made in the city of Worcester, in Worcestershire, England by two chemists/pharmacists John Wheeley Lea & Williams Henry Perrins in the year 1835. Their first attempt was too strong and thought to be inedible, so they abandoned the sauce in their basement. Later, though, when they revisited the sauce, they realized that fermentation had made it mild and edible. They thus introduced the sauce to the public. Worcestershire sauce can be used when cooking or…
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How to Shred Fresh Mozzarella – A Step-By-Step Guide
By Luong Tan
Techniques,

How to Shred Fresh Mozzarella – A Step-By-Step Guide

When it comes to kitchen choices, shredding your fresh mozzarella is among the top two things that may be unnecessary, and it isn’t number two.  Because fresh mozzarella is heavily moisturized, shredding your fresh mozzarella cheese may not exactly be your best bet, it is usually easier to cut it into slices or tear it into chunks. If in case you are insistent on going that route, we’ve outlined a step-by-step procedure on how you can shred fresh mozzarella to give you those thin pieces of cheese you want.  How to shred fresh mozzarella – A step-by-step guide Wrap your…
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6 Best Pizza Stones for Traeger Grills
By Luong Tan
Grilling & Outdoor

6 Best Pizza Stones for Traeger Grills

If you’re a pizza enthusiast and making pizzas in the comfort of your home works for you, a good pizza stone is a cup to your water. A good pizza stone will not just sit well in your Traeger grill but will give your pizza a perfect crispy finish while making sure your pizza is well cooked and also retains the warmth. Who wouldn’t want that? In a Hurry? Here’s Our Top Three We made a quick list of the best pizza stones for Traeger grills. We reviewed these pizza stones as well, so you know what you should expect…
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