When it comes to skewered foods, few beat the moist deliciousness of tsukune. Crafted from ground chicken, the mixture of flavorings and high-fat protein yields a delectable savory flavor. Yet even more than the components, the hot charcoal grilling defines the…
If you’ve ever ordered a medium steak and received something dripping and bloodier than you intended, you know how disappointing it can be to eat an undercooked dinner. But while the levels of “doneness” for beefsteak are fairly well-known, identifying…
Frozen burger patties have long been a staple in the freezer for many cooks, offering a quick and convenient option for a hearty meal. But let’s admit it, sometimes they can be a bit bland and lack the juiciness and…
Nespresso machines have revolutionized the way we enjoy our daily caffeine fix, delivering delicious coffee with the push of a button. However, once those used capsules start to pile up, the challenge becomes how to empty the machine without creating…
For some people, grocery shopping results in an obligatory takeout order (because all that shopping was exhausting and time is of the essence), followed by finishing the leftovers for the next few days. By the time you finally attend to…
Every steak lover understands that smoking meat is more than just a cooking process. It’s an adventure of slowly infusing the steak with the rich flavors of smoke over low heat and transforming that simple cut of steak into a…
The reverse sear method for cooking steak has gained popularity among home chefs for its ability to achieve a just-right, evenly cooked interior with a perfectly flavored caramelized crust. Creating that tasty sear with a kitchen blowtorch takes this culinary…
Your outdoor smoker isn’t only meant for meats. You can both please the vegetable lovers at your dinner party and convince the meat eaters to get their fill of fresh produce by cooking cauliflower this way as well. A generous…
Smoking food is an art to be mastered; just ask anyone who’s spent countless hours tending meat in their cherished drum, kettle, egg, electric, or any other style of smoker. For true devotees, it’s way more than a pastime or a…
Despite the specific task for which it’s named, waffle makers have plenty of alternative uses, from omelets to grilled cheese sandwiches. A waffle maker’s capacity to bake, toast, melt, and otherwise cook a range of food applies to vegetables as…
