Stephen Servis

How to

Thicken Gravy

When you think of gravy you think of a thick, delicious material. Nobody craves watery gravy. Unfortunately, some gravy recipes often turn out this way. Whether you’re having a dinner party or you’re just cooking it ...

How to

Broil Salmon

Broiling salmon is one of the quickest ways to cook this delicious and heart-healthy fish. Broiling gives the fish a crisp, caramelized crust.

How to

Grate Cheese

Cheese is the ultimate garnish. Though grating cheese is a very simply task, there are so many ways to slice this savory treat. Here are a few "grate" ways to shred your own cheese.

How to

Remove the Strong Sharp Taste or Smell from Onions

Onions are frequently used in salads or dishes that involves using the onions fresh and uncooked. The sharp smell or taste of uncooked onions, often leaves one feeling uncomfortable. Most children will not eat any dish ...

How to

Cook Red Cabbage

Red cabbage is a crunchy and strongly-flavored vegetable that is high in potassium and vitamin C. Most people associate cabbage with cold side dishes, such as coleslaw, but red cabbage also is used in many hot side dishe...

How to

Clean Asparagus

Asparagus is a delicate and versatile vegetable. Unfortunately, sand and grit can become stuck in its tender tips and leaves. To clean the asparagus, rinse it well and rub away any dirt. Or lower the stalks into boiling ...

How to

Steam Lobster

Steaming and boiling are the best ways to cook live lobster. Many seafood lovers prefer steaming over boiling because steaming makes for more tender meat, preserves the delicate flavor better, and makes the lobster harde...

How to

Keep Steak Warm While Resting

You've probably heard how important it is to rest steaks after cooking them, but do you know why? Resting steaks for a few minutes before you serve them lets the meat reabsorb juice so it doesn't spill onto the plate the...

How to

Forage or Harvest Fiddleheads

Fiddleheads, also known as fiddlehead greens, are the coiled fronds of young ostrich fern plants. These peculiar seedlings take their name from their resemblance to the carved scroll on the top of a fiddle. Fiddleheads a...

How to

Caramelize Garlic

If you love the taste of garlic, there's one thing that you may like even more -- caramelized garlic. Cooking the garlic slowly brings out its natural sugars, so it takes on a sweet, rich flavor that's delicious in sauce...

How to

Season Salad Without Dressing

Sometimes you might want a healthier alternative to a store-bought dressing or you might not have all the ingredients on hand to make a homemade dressing. If this is the case, you’re probably wondering what you can do ...

The Best Ways to Cook and Serve Beetroot

Learn all about cooking and eating this delicious, earthy root vegetableBeetroots, also called beets, are delicious and nutritious additions to any salad, roast, dip, or side dish. However, if you didn’t grow up eating...

How to

Clarify Butter

Clarified butter is melted butter with the solids and water removed. It is a delicious, simple ingredient that is often used in sauces and as a condiment for lobster and other seafood treats. Best of all, making it only ...

How to

Use a Kitchen Torch

A kitchen torch is a great addition to your kitchen. If you want to add smoky or carmelized depth to your favorite dishes, you may find a kitchen torch useful.. 20 October 2023. To avoid burns and torch taste, it is nece...

How to

Make White Wine Sauce

White wine forms the base of many sauces that go well with seafood, chicken, and pasta, and the simplicity of the sauce makes it easy to tweak to your preferences. There are generally two types of white wine sauce: a lig...

How to

Make Avocado Butter

Avocados are a healthy and delicious snack on their own, but if you're looking for a new way to incorporate avocados into your life, you can mix mashed avocado with butter and other ingredients to make a tasty alternativ...