Cream of Tartar

Cream of Tartar

Question: (1)  Does cream of tartar go stale or lose it’s effectiveness with age? (2)  If you do not have cream of tartar, is there a substitute?  I am baking … Continued

Cream Types and Definitions

    What is cream- Are you confused about the different types of cream available? Let us help you with this guide of cream types and definitions. Cream is a dairy … Continued

Creme Fraiche piled into blue bowl

Creme Fraiche Recipe

Creme Fraiche is pronounced “krem fresh.”  It is a thick and smooth heavy cream with a wonderfully rich and velvety texture that is widely used in France, where the cream is … Continued

Creme Fraiche vs. Clotted Cream vs. Devonshire Cream

Question: Could you tell me what the difference is between clotted cream and creme fraiche?   It doesn’t sound like there is much difference, other than country of origin. Thanks … Continued

Culinary Lavender

Culinary Lavender

Culinary Lavender is an incredibly versatile herb for cooking.  In today’s upscale restaurants, fresh edible flowers are making a comeback as enhancements to both the flavor and appearance of food. … Continued

daikon radish

Daikon Radish

  Daikon Radish – The word Daikon actually comes from two Japanese words:  dai (meaning large) and kon (meaning root).  Daikon is is root vegetable said to have originated in … Continued

round cake decorated with red and white roses sitting in a box

Decorating with Buttercream Frosting

Decorating with Buttercream Frosting – Questions and Answers There are many versions of Buttercream Frosting.  Some are made with eggs and all butter.  Some varieties, you have to cook your sugar … Continued

Definition Of Coulis

Questions and Answers – Definition of Coulis   Question: I love your web page.  I do have one question.  Do you know how to make apple coulis and banana coulis? … Continued

Dehydrated Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Questions and Answers – How to re-dehydrate sun-dried tomatoes   Question: I have looked all over for this information.  I bought dehydrated sun-dried tomatoes.  I am making a recipe tonight … Continued

Dill Sauce Recipe

Dill Sauce is a very easy-to-make delicious gourmet sauce that goes well with any type of seafood.  My favorite dish to use this sauce is baked or poached salmon.  This is a … Continued

Dill Seed vs. Fresh Dill Weed

Questions and Answers – Dill Seed vs. Fresh Dill Weed     Question: Do you know how much dill seed is equivalent to one head of fresh dill??   I … Continued

Dill Weed

    Dill Weed is a perennial herb that is popular in cooking and a healthful anti-oxidant.  It’s leaves are essential in the pickling process and the dill seed is an … Continued

Dinner Rolls with Baked Eggs

Dinner Rolls with Baked Eggs and Herbs Recipe

Dinner Rolls with Baked Eggs and Herbs recipe, also known as Baked Eggs in Bread Bowls, is a fun breakfast that the kids or grand kids love to help you … Continued

Dry Heat Cooking

  Questions and Answers – Dry Heat Cooking   Question: What is dry heat cooking?  What are three forms of dry heat cookery? – unknown (9/98)   Answer: Dry Heat … Continued

Dry Rub Seasoning Recipe

  Dry Rub Seasoning is so simple to make and adds that something special to those racks of smoked pork ribs.  My son-in-law, Ben Weller, smokes delicious pork ribs for … Continued