How do you melt cheese for broccoli?
If you are adding the cheese to the broccoli, you can cook and drain the broccoli. Add the cheese while the broccoli is hot. Cover the pan with a lid and stir it occasionally. You can do this over heat or not, depending on how thick or large the pieces of cheese are. If it is shredded, it probably won't need heat.
If you are using the cheese to pour over the broccoli, you can melt it in the microwave or in a saucepan over low heat, stirring often.
Can you use apple cider vinegar instead of white wine vinegar?
yes you can ,but the flaver will become a little sweet with the sour taste.the effect is the same.i like to used cider vin instede and used herbs and spices to ajust the flavers
What happens if you put raw egg in the oven for an hour?
Nothing good or anything spectacularly bad. The egg would probably be inedible unless you are very hungry and the oven is not very hot.
Do you grease or grease and flour?
When you want the item to just release from the pan you grease. When you want the item to have a bit of tooth to rise on (cakes etc) and then release, you grease and flour.
What fruit is generlly usedto make marmalade?
Marmalade is traditionally made with winter citrus that aren't as sweet as their spring and summer counterparts. Orange marmalade was the first marmalade made, and is still the most popular flavor. But marmalade can be made with a number of different fruits, quince, pineapple, mango, etc., even onion marmalade).
Why does the coating come off hot dogs dipped in batter for corn dogs?
Your batter may be too thin. Try adding a little more flour until it's the right consistency.
Can you cook a boca burger and then refrigerate it for later?
Yes. Since boca burgers are fully cooked and frozen, simply heat them up according to the instructions on their package. Any leftover portions may be refrigerated. A good rule of thumb is to consume any cooked, refrigerated foods within two to three days at the absolute most. Only re-heat the refrigerated portion once, however. Just keep in mind that the more times a food is heated, the more tough the texture will become and the risk of food-borne illness increases. For optimal texture, cook from frozen according to the package instructions but you absolutely can save any portions in the refrigerator for later if desired.
Can not stir what causes that?
I had the same prob, turned out I was using a fork. Now I use a spoon I had the same prob, turned out I was using a fork. Now I use a spoon
A recipe calls for dry sherry and you don't have any. Is sherry the same thing?
Using sherry instead of dry sherry will give a slightly sweeter taste to your finished dish. But that can be offset by adding lemon juice, which will help out. Here is a brief guide to some of the sherry styles available on the market this will help you determine if the sherry you have on hand is sweet or dry. * Fino sherry - Very dry in flavor, straw colored, medium bodied * Manzanilla sherry - Very dry, pale in color, light bodied * Amontillado sherry - Dry in flavor & nutty, usually light gold in color, full bodied * Oloroso sherry - A quality oloroso sherry is dry in flavor but, poor colored olorosos are sweet , deep golden in color, both styles will have a nutty flavor and are full bodied. * Cream sherry - Sweet in flavor, deep golden in color, full bodied * Brown sherry - Very sweet, dark brown, hence the name, full bodied
Do ethnic foods require less cooking skills?
Certainly not. Ethnic foods are generally foods that are made from ingredients local to the ethnic home.
Why drain and rinse canned beans?
Draining and rinsing canned beans removes much of the sodium and nutrients (which were cooked out during the canning process) that is contained in the liquid. Removing the cloudy liquid is desirable when beans are used in salads or dishes where appearance or presence of it is an issue. Reserving the liquid for use in a soup or casserole or other dish might be useful.
How do you get rid of burnt mark on your body?
To get rid of a burnt mark on your body just takes time over the years the skin will fall off taking a layer of scar tissue with it .If the scar is really bad this ma not work but with minor burnt mark it should work easily.
When making spaghetti sauce simmer with lid on?
It is better to simmer with the lid off. The purpose of simmering the sauce is to reduce it, or to boil some of the water out of it so that the flavors in the remaining sauce are more concentrated. If you leave the lid on, then droplets of water will form on the underside of the lid and will fall back into your sauce, defeating the purpose of simmering for a long time.
Can you put paper plates in the microwave?
Not safely, according to http://sneakykitchen.com/Ten_commandments/microwave_safety.htm "All paper products are manufactured with chemicals. Never use grocery bags, paper plates, newspapers, butcher's wrap or other paper items to heat food. The microwave can cause chemicals in these products to transfer into your food. Use white paper towels only if the label states they are microwave safe. Wax paper, parchment paper and oven cooking bags are safe to use. Don't overheat!" However, according to the USDA most paper plates should actually be safe to use http://www.fsis.usda.gov/FactSheets/Microwave_Ovens_and_Food_Safety/index.asp#11 "What containers and wraps are safe to use in the microwave oven?
Only use cookware that is specially manufactured for use in the microwave oven. Glass, ceramic containers, and all plastics that are safe to use usually will be labeled for microwave oven use.
"SAFE TO USE: * Any utensil labeled for microwave use. * Heatproof glass (such as Pyrex, Anchor Hocking, etc.). * Glass-ceramic (such as Corning Ware). * Oven cooking bags. * Baskets (straw and wood) for quick warm-ups of rolls or bread. Line the basket with napkins to absorb moisture from food. * Most paper plates, towels, napkins and bags. For optimal safety use white, unprinted materials. * Wax paper, parchment paper, heavy plastic wrap. Do not allow plastic wrap to touch food; vent it to allow a steam escape. * Heat-susceptor packaging. "
Is it possible to learn Spanish and cooking at the same time?
Yes, it is definitely possible and ultimately one of the best ways to learn Spanish. By cooking whilst learning Spanish, you will be able to learn about different regions of Spain and their specialities. You will be able to see how each region of Spain differs and all their contrasting cooking techniques. Cooking also creates other advantages for learning Spanish. For example, you will have to learn the Spanish ingredients and follow the recipes in Spanish. After cooking some Spanish dishes you will learn new words and phrases that you never knew before. Cooking is a repetitive task so these words will not be forgotten and after the course you will still be able to remember them.
Cooking is one of the most enjoyable ways to learn Spanish and should be done if you want to learn the Spanish language.
How long do you cook chicken legs in the oven that are not pre-boiled?
A good time would be for an hour to an hour in a half at 350 degrees.
How do you get long cucumber strips?
To get long thin strips of cucumber use a vegetable/potato peeler and start peeling from the top to bottom.
Will soaking the ham in vinegar remove the salt?
It may but the ham will not taste good, better soak the ham in clean fresh water.
Why do lima beans seed absorb water when soaked over night?
Lima beans absorb water because they are dried so when you put it in water it rehydrate
Is hot cocoa flammable like if you put it in the microwave will it catch on fire?
As far as I know, hot choc. can boil over and burn up in the mug you are using, but it cannot catch on fire.
How do you get the smell of onion off your hands?
well, water and soap will usually get the smell right out.