This modernist technique for cooking steak may sound absolutely bizarre, but Kitchen Konfidence food writer Brandon Matzek says this frozen seared steak method is an easy process that results in perfectly cooked steak: “The contrast of the salty, golden crust and the smooth, buttery centre is just pure heaven.” More »
Avocados are amazing things — they’re delicious on their own, but they also have a lot of healthy fats, dietary fibres and vitamins and despite their high caloric value, they’re remarkably easy to prepare. If you have an avocado that’s too firm to use for something else, or you’re just in the mood for something new and healthy for breakfast, slice it in half, remove the pit and carve out a little space in the centre. Crack an egg where the pit was and bake. In a few minutes, you’ll have a delicious, protein and vitamin-packed breakfast treat that’s rich enough to keep you going all morning. More »
Dried apples are not only a nutritious snack, they’re fantastically delicious too and easy to make at home. All you need is a little lemon juice and water and you can preserve apples for eating any time. More »
Tortillas stored in the freezer (or even the fridge) often stick together and tear when you try to use them. Avoid that problem by using baking paper to separate them before storage.
The folks at America’s Test Kitchen highlighted this tip ahead of the US Super Bowl (consuming Mexican food being a common game-viewing ritual). While some brands already include sheets to separate them, adding them otherwise can save tears before tortilla time.
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If you like to cook with spring onions (aka green onions, shallots or scallions), did you know you can keep the white root ends in a glass of water and they will regrow almost indefinitely? More »
Iconic US burger chain In-N-Out Burger has opened a temporary pop-up restaurant in Sydney, but that’s not much help to the rest of the country. Get the same experience by making your own Double-Double burger at home. More »
If you’ve ever tried using a straw with a can of soft drink, you know what often happens: the straw comes flying out and falls onto your desk. Reddit user triggerhoppe solves this annoyance by threading the straw through the tab on the top of the can. More »
Leftovers can be difficult to keep track of. You throw them in your refrigerator and instantly forget about them for a few days. Often they’re still good, but it’s hard to make sure. We’ll take a look at storage time for some common leftovers and tips for reheating them the right way. More »
Need to dust the top of a cake with icing sugar? You’ll want to sift it for a nice even layer without clumps. If you don’t have a dedicated flour or sugar sifter, TheKitchn suggests reaching for a tea strainer instead to get the same effect. More »
This crazy, ingenious food hack turns a bag of corn chips into a filling Mexican meal or snack. Your bag of corn chips serves as a bowl for the mixture of taco fillings. More »
