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Grated Cheese

We always prefer freshly grated cheese over the pre shredded stuff, but soft cheese like fontina and mozzarella can be hard to grate. To make the job easier, freeze the cheese for 30 minutes, then shred it in the large … Continue reading

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Chef Tales

I was cooking once and had some powdered turmeric on the counter. My young son asked me why I was putting ‘cheese’ in the dish. That was the moment I realized I’d served him Kraft mac ‘n’ cheese one too … Continue reading

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Broth

A good broth should be able to stand on its own—not just in the background of a stew.  It comes together quickly and is tasty on its own, added to a braise, or ladled over crispy rice with a handful … Continue reading

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For Better Pasta

After you’ve drained your pasta and its still hot, grate a little fresh Parmesan on top, wait a few seconds and then toss it with your sauce. The cheese will melt directly on the pasta which will give your sauce … Continue reading

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Roasted Cauliflower

Originally posted on Real Life of an MSW:
It was my turn to be in charge of movie night snacks. I was, however, easily distracted by the cauliflower that had only a few days left of shelf life. Therefore, I…

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