You’ve probably seen the KitchenAid Professional 5 Plus mixer at your local supermarket or department store. It’s a great machine for baking, mixing, and whipping. But what makes it better than the Artisan? The KitchenAid Professional 5 Plus has a powerful motor, two speeds, and a variable speed dial. This means it can mix, whip,…
Pasteurization is the process of heating milk to kill harmful bacteria. This method was developed in 1864, but it wasn’t until the 1920s that pasteurization became widespread. Today, almost every country has adopted pasteurization as their standard practice. Pasteurization kills off dangerous germs such as E. coli and salmonella. It also makes milk safer to…
All-Clad cookware has become synonymous with quality. And now they’ve released their new line of Cooks Standard cookware. Which brand should you choose? All-Clad is a well-known name in the kitchen. They produce high-quality stainless steel cookware, bakeware, and accessories. Their cookware is known for its durability, ease of cleaning, and superior performance. Both brands…
There are two types of chili sauce commonly found in Korean cuisine: Doubanjiang Chinese and Gochujang Korean. Which one should you choose? Both sauces are made from red peppers, garlic, salt, sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and other spices. They both taste great, but they also differ in their ingredients and flavor profiles. To…
You probably already know that cheesecloth is a type of fabric used to filter liquids or dry foods. But did you know that flour sacks are also used for similar purposes? Which one should you choose? Let’s compare them side by side. Flour sack is a generic name given to a variety of woven cloths…
What makes a good knife sharpener? Is it the quality of the steel or the design of the blade? Or maybe it’s the way the tool is held during sharpening? Knives are essential tools for every kitchen. They are useful for cutting food, opening jars, slicing bread, and much more. If you want to get…
Lasagna and baked ziti are both Italian dishes, but they look very similar. Are they really the same thing? There are two main types of lasagna: Bolognese meat sauce and cheese. Baked ziti is also known as manicotti or stuffed pasta shells. Both recipes include layers of pasta, meat sauce, ricotta cheese and mozzarella cheese….
Marinara sauce is a staple in Italian cuisine. But did you know that vodka sauce has its roots in Russia? And what’s the difference between them? Let’s find out! Both marinara and vodka sauces are tomato-based sauces. They both contain tomatoes, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and other spices. But they differ in their ingredients…
You probably already know that Ragu sauce is pretty much synonymous with spaghetti sauce. But did you know that Prego has its own unique flavor profile? And what makes them so different from each other? Ragu is a brand name for a tomato-based pasta sauce produced by Unilever. It was launched in Italy in 1964…
You’ve probably heard the term “bouillie” before, but what exactly does it mean? Bouillie is French for boiling or cooking. In culinary terms, bouillie refers to a thickened sauce or gravy. Bouillie is often used in sauces, soups, stews, and gravies. It’s also commonly found in casseroles and meatloaf. Bouillie is usually cooked over medium…