The abject fear with which modern society holds microbes stems from the twin legacy of two important scientists who lived a century-and-a-half ago. First, Louis Pasteur, whose research on the causes of spoilage in beer ultimately laid the foundation not only for our understanding of the role of living yeast in alcoholic fermentation but also …
Roasting Brussels sprouts is incredibly simple and easy, yet it’s one of the tastiest ways to prepare the vegetables. Simply split them in half lengthwise, toss them in some oil and salt and roast them in a high heat oven for 25-30 minutes. This’ll give them a deep brown, crispy, caramelized exterior with a rich, …
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Tahini may be one of the best foods you’ve never heard of. It’s a paste made of ground hulled sesame seeds that’s widely used as a condiment in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cooking. Tahini is the glue that holds together classic Middle Eastern staples such as hummus and baba ganoush, but it can also be …
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All across the world, there are many different variations of curry, but one of the most popular and most delicious, is Thai curry. Thai curries are packed with great flavors and aromas — they‘re fresh, spicy, sweet, floral and aromatic all at the same time. The three main types of Thai curry are green, red, …
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Rating: 4.5/5 Serves: 4 Servings Difficulty: Easy Approx. Cost: $19.00 Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes Total Time: 25 Minutes Eggplant, also known as aubergine, is an incredibly versatile and delicious vegetable. When cooked properly, it has a lovely smooth and creamy texture and it’s relatively mild in flavor, making it a great …
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Rating: 4/5 Serves: 4 Servings Difficulty: Easy Approx. Cost: $15.00 Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 25 Minutes Total Time: 45 Minutes The humble yet slightly exotic sunchoke. In home kitchens and restaurants alike, it’s one of the most underutilized and underappreciated root vegetables anywhere in the world. Part of its mystique comes from some …
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Rating: 4/5 Serves: 1 Dozen Difficulty: Easy Approx. Cost: $14.00 Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes Additional Time: 40 Minutes Total Time: 1 Hour, 30 Minutes An oldie but a goodie. Making homemade muffins is simple and easy and they come out so much better than the ones you buy in the grocery …
Rating: 4.5/5 Serves: 20-25 servings Difficulty: Medium Approx. Cost: $21.00 Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 1 Hour, 15 Minutes Additional Time: 15 Minutes Total Time: 2 Hours Bundt cake is one of the best centerpiece desserts you can make. Pull it off and it’s a true showstopper that is sure to impress. One of …
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Rating: 4.5/5 Serves: 4 Servings Difficulty: Easy Approx. Cost: $15.00 Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 1 Hour Additional Time: 20 Minutes Total Time: 1 Hour, 30 Minutes Apricots are definitely one of the most underappreciated stone fruits out there. Apricots are cousins of peaches, plums, and cherries, but seemingly do not get nearly as …
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Rating: 4.5/5 Serves: 2 Cups Sauce Difficulty: Medium Approx. Cost: $21.00 Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 1 hour, 25 minutes Total Time: 1 hour, 45 minutes Peaches have a natural sweetness that make a great base for a barbecue sauce. Making your own barbecue sauce (BBQ) with fresh fruit is a fine alternative to …
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