Meatball Shaping "Hack"
Have you ever tried to make meatballs, but the meat keeps sticking to your hand when you try to shape them? Here is a great "hack" for...
Getting Dough Off Your Hands
Are you trying to figure out how to get that wet dough off your hands? This short video shows you the trick!
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Oiling Grill Grates
Have you ever wondered the best way to get your grill grates evenly coated with oil? Have you ever wondered what to do when you spill a...
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Handling fava beans
Did you know you actually have to peel fava beans twice? It's not hard at all, if you know a couple of tricks. Here is a video showing...
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Salt
There are so many types of salt out there! It's hard to know which one to use and when. I made a video showing you the differences...
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Simple Syrup
Simple syrup is just that: simple. You already have the ingredients at home likely, and it won't take long to make. There is no need for...
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Roux
Did you know there are 3 types of roux (fat and flour mixture that is cooked) and they all have different uses? Here is a video that...
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Mise en place
Have you heard this French term and wondered what the heck it meant? Here is a quick video that will show you how mise en place can...
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How to fold a papillote
Here is a video on how to fold a papillote for fish or for veggies. If you don't have parchment paper at home, here is a link to the kind...
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How to remove arils from a pomegranate shell
Want to get the seeds out of a pomegranate without making a mess? Here's a video to show you how. Bonus: you get to take out a little...
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How to work with lemongrass
Here is a quick tutorial on how to work with this delicious Southeast Asian ingredient.
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How to Measure Specific Ingredients
Not all ingredients are measured equally. Learn how to measure specific "tricky" ingredients in this video.
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Measuring Equipment
Are you using the right tool for the right job? Here's a video showing you which tools to use for measuring.
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How to Use a Scale in Cooking/Baking
Are you unfamiliar with how to use a scale for weighing your ingredients? This quick video will show you how! Though the scale in the...
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Weighing vs. Measuring
Not sure which you should do in a recipe? Here's a video showing you the difference.
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How to Cut Chives
Learn a "hack" for cutting chives
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How to Wash Sushi Rice
Learn a way to wash your sushi rice with minimal effort. If you are looking for a chinois, here is a link to one that is relatively...
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I'm Not Saying You're Doing it Wrong, But...: Dressing a Salad
Learn how to properly dress a salad in this video.
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Making a vinaigrette
Learn the basic formula and method for making a vinaigrette in this video. If you are looking for a good olive oil, this is the only one...
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How to Check Oil Temp for Shallow/Pan Frying
If you have ever wondered the best way to check to see if your oil is the correct temperature for pan frying (hint: it's NOT throwing...
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How to Peel Hazelnuts
Learn a quick and easy way to peel hazelnuts using only a kitchen towel!
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More traditional approach to gnocchi
This is a video on how to shape gnocchi in a more traditional method. A bench scraper will become invaluable to you if you get one. I...
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Quickest way to shape gnocchi
If you are looking for a more "rustic" look, or simply don't have the time to individually roll and ridge all your gnocchi, use this...
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How to Salt Pasta Water
Learn the best way to salt pasta water (and why) in this quick video. If you are wondering about the salt that I use, I only like Diamond...
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Best trick ever for parsley and cilantro!
If you use much parsley or cilantro in your cooking, then this is the trick for you!
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Quick and Easy Crostini
With the weather turning nicer and some of the social distancing guidelines relaxing in some areas, people are starting to think about...
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I'm Not Saying You're Doing it Wrong, But...: Frying Food
Most people end up with soggy-bottomed fried food. Find out how to avoid this in this video: If you don't have a deep fryer, a fry...
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How to Poach an Egg
While this isn't the fanciest video I've shot, it can be quite helpful. Many people think it is very difficult to poach an egg, when in...
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I'm Not Saying You're Doing it Wrong, But...: Seasoning
Have you ever wondered why chefs season from where they do? This video explains it all! As for the type of salt they use, there are two...
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I'm Not Saying You're Doing it Wrong, But...: Cracking an Egg
Learn how to crack an egg without getting shell in the egg and without popping the yolk.
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I'm Not Saying You're Doing it Wrong, But...: Ginger
Find out the best way to peel and mince fresh ginger.
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I'm Not Saying You're Doing it Wrong, But... (zesting)
Ever wondered why your Microplane just doesn't seem to work well anymore? Do you catch your knuckles on those teeth every time you try...
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