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Stale Bread = French Toast!

A plate of perfect French toast is crispy around the edges, custard-like in the center, and capped off with an amber drizzle of maple syrup!

Distinction Between Egg Dishes

Eggs are inexpensive, easy-to-make, and arguably one of the most versatile sources of protein.The most common egg dishes—among them omelet, frittata, quiche, and strata –

Thanksgiving Dinner

Talking Thanksgiving Turkey

There is no doubt that a turkey is THE symbol of Thanksgiving. I have a number of shortcuts you can take in preparing your holiday

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Check The Neck Of Pears

A ripe pear is a one of nature’s triumphs! Pears can be divided into two simple categories: European and Asian. The European pear is what

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Fall Spice Blends

It’s officially fall, and the television commercials are killing me right now. Apple and pumpkin spice flavorings everywhere you look! Ads for everything apple and

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french toast with syrup in cup

Stale Bread = French Toast!

A plate of perfect French toast is crispy around the edges, custard-like in the center, and capped off with an amber drizzle of maple syrup! History The simple creation of bread, eggs, and milk dates back to medieval times, when the battering process was used to make stale loaves more edible. French toast is known in France as pain perdu, which translates to “lost bread,” because it makes use of old or leftover bread. Do your French bread slices turn

Distinction Between Egg Dishes

Eggs are inexpensive, easy-to-make, and arguably one of the most versatile sources of protein.The most common egg dishes—among them omelet, frittata, quiche, and strata – all have differences that you can use to your advantage, depending on what your needs are for any given meal. Versatility These standard egg dishes known for their cooking ease and versatility. They are eaten not only for breakfast but also as a main dish for brunch, lunch, and supper. All are made from eggs,

Thanksgiving Dinner

Talking Thanksgiving Turkey

There is no doubt that a turkey is THE symbol of Thanksgiving. I have a number of shortcuts you can take in preparing your holiday turkey that are safe and can decrease the time spent in preparation. Use these tips to prepare a turkey that guests will gobble up! Fresh or Frozen? When shopping for your turkey, decide on fresh or frozen. Buy a frozen turkey early to thaw it. Keep it frozen at 0°F until ready to thaw for

Thanksgiving Turkey

Ways To Cook A Thanksgiving Turkey

As the holidays approach, some are wondering how to cook the perfect Thanksgiving turkey. There are many ways to cook a turkey; it depends on your preference. I will share some turkey cooking trends as well as some important facts and precautions. Fresh or Frozen? First, decide on either a fresh or a frozen turkey. You will need about 1 pound of turkey per guest or more if you want leftovers. Turkeys at 18 pounds and over take longer to

yellow pears in a basket

Check The Neck Of Pears

A ripe pear is a one of nature’s triumphs! Pears can be divided into two simple categories: European and Asian. The European pear is what we typically think of: a smooth-skinned fruit with gentle bumps and curves in that typical bottom-heavy shape. Asian pears are yellowish-tan in color and shaped more like apples, with a completely different texture and taste. Selection When selecting pears, look for firm or hard unripe pears with no bruises or cuts and with stems that

Spices on white plate

Fall Spice Blends

It’s officially fall, and the television commercials are killing me right now. Apple and pumpkin spice flavorings everywhere you look! Ads for everything apple and pumpkin – beverages, sweet baked goods, breads, candy, cold and hot cereal, ice cream, snacks, yogurt, and the list goes on. Common, But Favorites Two of the most common fall spice mixes are apple pie spice and pumpkin pie spice. The combination of spices that make up each blend is so commonly used when baking

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