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Boiling
Boiling is the process of transferring heat into food by immersing it in liquid which has reached it's boiling point and is bubbling rapidly. The most common liquids used for boiling are water based which have a boiling point of approximately 212°F or 100°C at sea...
How is Stock Made
Cooking stock, often referred to as broth or bouillon, is a fundamental ingredient that enhances the flavor and depth of various dishes. Whether you're preparing soups, stews, sauces, or risottos, a well-crafted cooking stock serves as the building block for culinary...
Making and Using Roux
What is Roux ? If you are anything like me you may have been vaguely aware that roux is the stuff that you make before you add milk to make white sauce, cheese sauce, and then quite possibly Mac Cheese, which by the way is one of my favorite dishes. Recently I have...
