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Cilantro – What is Cilantro? Photos from Iowa State University Extension. Cilantro or coriander not only has two common names, but two entirely different identities and uses.  Cilantro, Coriandrum sativum, describes … Continued

 Clarified Butter and Butter Ghee Clarified Butter and Butter Ghee are also known as Liquid Gold.  I know that regular butter is fantastic, but believe it or not, butter can … Continued

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Coddled eggs are made by very briefly immersing an egg in the shell in boiling water (to cook in water just below the boiling point) to slightly cook or coddle … Continued

Coffee Spiced Lamb with Minted Coffee Sauce Recipe is courtesy of Chef Mark Tafoya, chef/owner of ReMARKable Palate Personal Chef Service in New York, NY.  This recipe was adapted from the … Continued

This colorful Cold Pasta Salad with Fresh Basil Recipe makes great use of summer vegetables and allows them to shine without too many additional flavors to compete with.  Ideal for … Continued

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What Is The Best Oil For Cooking? Cooking Oils and Smoking Points are important factors when you choose to cook with oil. We have complied a comprehensive list for you … Continued

Questions and Answers – Snow Pea, Chinese Pea Pod, Sugar Peas   Question: How should snow peas be cooked?  Thanks.   Answer: The Oriental edible pod pea or Chinese Pod … Continued

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Questions and Answers – Cracklin Bread   Question: I have read about “cracklin’ bread” in books, have even found recipes.  However, they all call for “cracklins.”  What is it and … Continued