Scroll Back To Top
Add some zip to your vinaigrette with spices!
I used ground cumin in this shallot vinaigrette with lemon juice, white wine vinegar and mustard. It's a great way to add more flavor to a simple green salad. #kitchentips
-
tinabeans Brilliant! Cumin goes well with anything :P
Learning how to poach eggs! Anyone have tips?
Made a speedy breakfast with @akhilg2002 of mushrooms topped with poached eggs and homegrown basil (yes the basil is still alive!). Not perfect, but these eggs turned out better than before. I trie...
-
JenniferEmilson Yes- while you are waiting for your water to boil, and then drop to a moderate summer, crack your egg onto a small sieve (like you light use for tea) set over a cup. Let it drain all the loose bits...
-
DietID_TeamDietitians Oh wow I was stirring like crazy! I'll try this next time. Thanks!
-
marynfulton2 Add a little vinegar to your water! It helps the egg stay together as well 😊
Make sure your fridge isn't overpacked to ensure your food stays cold.
An overfilled fridge prevents air from circulating properly. It's the perfect excuse to use all of the goodies that might be hiding in the back! #nofoodwaste #kitchentips
-
unconventionalbaker Good tip! I once had to call in a technician because my fridge was leaking, and the problem was just that it was so packed some things were blocking a vent :s so I can vouch for this one 👍🏻
-
annefood Oh no @unconventionalbaker ! Glad it was an easy fix!!
This changes everything.
food52.com
"Don't cry—it's only dinner prep!"
-
Gwendolyn That makes so much sense! They say the most potent onions actually have more cancer-fighting properties, so I'm glad to know of a solution for the tearful chop!
-
DietID_TeamDietitians Stellar #kitchentip! I also heard if you leave the faucet running while chopping onions, your eyes won't tear. This may be an old wive's tale, but it seems to work for me. Anyone have other tips...
-
jodavis @rachna I love that one. I've tried chewing gum but I still cry! Would love to know others.
How to Cook with Pineapple Peels and Cores
food52.com
After composting so much pineapple the other week, this seems like a great idea! #kitchentips
-
Georegulus Awesome
-
Ricky Oh wow. Definitely going to try this. And could have used this two days ago. At the very least shouldn't have eaten an entire pineapple in one sitting.
-
lauren Oh I definitely would not have been able to... It was something a friend brought over as her dinner (?) but I'll pass the message along
Make things easier by wiping your measuring cup with oil before measuring sticky peanut butter or honey.
-
DietID_TeamDietitians Oh that is smart!
Need help opening that pesky jar? Put a rubber band around the lid for added grip.
-
DietID_TeamDietitians Yes! Works every time
-
annefood A new discovery for me! Brilliant!
Need some vegetable inspiration? Dress cooked veggies in a salsa for an exciting side dish.
I made this quick salsa out of chopped olives, capers, lemon zest, red pepper flakes, parsley and olive oil, and used it to make some blanched romanesco much more exciting. Have asparagus? Make a s...
Use the tip of a spoon to peel your ginger.
Easier than a knife, and with less waste. #kitchentips
-
DietID_TeamDietitians Never knew this
-
serveMEnow Been doing this for years. Perfect place to share. 👌😉
-
annefood It's so easy @Rachna ! Way better than a knife or peeler.
Avocado kept fresh
I recently found an easy way to store half / part of an avocado from turning brown .
Simply cover it in plastic wrap ( in a nicely sealed air tight manner ) and place in the fridge.
Simply cover it in plastic wrap ( in a nicely sealed air tight manner ) and place in the fridge.
-
DietID_TeamDietitians Yes! Also storing it with the pit and in lemon juice also works! #kitchentips
-
Yfalkson Pretty sure I heard the pit part is actually a myth. I think Kenji Lopez from The Foodlab tested it
-
DietID_TeamDietitians Really?! Oof I'll give it a try sans the lemon juice. I always use both and it seems to work, but a true scientist would say only test one variable at a time :)