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9 Best Ways to Reheat Frozen Tamales Tamales! There is nothing quite like them, with their perfect combination of delicate, slightly sweet corn dough and rich, savory, spicy fillings. Whether you buy pre-packaged store-bought frozen tamales (Costco, anyone?), or freeze leftover homemade tamales, they are easy to reheat for a delicious and quick meal. Read on for the 9 Best ways to easily reheat tamales from frozen (including the fan …
Sometimes when cooking a large meal, I max out my stovetop’s 4 burners and could really use an extra heat source. Other days, I’m lamenting the poor functionality of the electric coils on my rental home’s old electric stove. So it might be useful for me to invest in a portable induction cooktop. In this article, I’ll discuss some of the features you should consider when shopping around, and take …
Grouper is a general term for several species of saltwater fish found around the world. Some types of fish can weigh as much as 300 pounds, though most commonly eaten types are much smaller. The flavor of grouper fish is mild and somewhat similar to sea bass or halibut. Red grouper tends to be milder and sweeter than black and Gag grouper, and is a popular choice with chefs. Since …
A well-appointed kitchen, whether a restaurant or home kitchen, is only as good as its humblest tools. In fact, I think you’re better off investing in the simple items before moving on to fancier gadgets. And by invest, I don’t just mean “spend a lot of money;” sometimes investing is about taking the time to choose mindfully. So let’s take a look at kitchen towels. Kitchen towels?! Yes! Many of …
Jasmine rice is a type of long-grain rice. It is a central part of South Asian cooking, though it has become popular in dishes around the world. Originating in Thailand, jasmine rice has a light flora aroma and is soft and sticky when cooked – though not as sticky as sushi rice. It is not the same as basmati rice, which requires another cooking method. Basmati rice is more popular …
My mom still has her old meat tenderizer. A simple wooden tool with a heavy, toothy head and a long, slender handle. It works just fine, except when the head flies off on your backswing and wreaks havoc in the kitchen! She’s overdue for an upgrade. From heavy mallot-type tenderizers to more complex contraptions that create a series of small punctures in the meat, the there are many great options …
For many people, pork roast is hands-down the most delicious meat. It’s rich and super savory and can be satisfyingly crunchy or fall-off-the-bone tender. In this article, I’ll explain the best way to cook pork tenderloin in the oven with foil. This is an easy and delicious pork recipe that can be adapted with various spices and flavors. As its name suggests, tenderloin is more tender than pork loin. It’s …
I have lots of kitchen utensils, but it’s always my wooden spoons I reach for when doing pretty much any sort of mixing or stirring or sautéing. There’s something about the feel of wood that’s just right. But not all wooden spoons are created equal. Those cheap bags of 3 you can buy in the grocery store won’t give you the same pleasure or functionality as something more well-constructed and …