Kitchen Tips

As cutting releases enzymes within the basil leaf, blanching the leaves first will decrease the oxidation rate so the color is brighter. Makes brighter and greener pesto!

Waffle Brownies

Waffle Hash Browns

Cut grape tomatoes at one time Serated knife works best.

 

 

Mop handle Spice Rack

Counters are clutter free!

1) Scrub a new skillet with steel wool and mild soapy water to remove the factory anti-rust coating.

2) Dry thoroughly.

3) Coat the entire skillet with olive oil, using a paper towel. 

4) Place in a pre-heated 200 degree oven for 3 hours.

5) Turn off the oven and let it cool. When it is cool enough to touch, wipe the excess oil off with a paper towel.  Just leave a thin coat on the surface.

6) Wait another hour and wipe the oil off completely.

7) Cool thoroughly before use.

To maintain your cast iron pan,  you can cook something greasy or  wipe the interior every couple of months during a heat cycle. You will need to  re-season about every 2 years (see above)

After washing, you can heat the wet skillet on the stove until the water evaporates.  The heat will dry the pan and heat cycle the pores.

Store foods in see through mason jars. Keeps out moths and bugs and gets rid of plastic bags and boxes.

Get more milage out of your food. Store them the right way!

Use an apple slicer to quick cut potatoes

Sweet foods go well with certain herbs to enhance the savory flavors. Try Lavendar with acidic fruits for more harmony in your food! Experiment with fresh herbs from your windowsill or garden!