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Measurements/Equivalents/Conversions In my recipes, I use the following abbreviations: t = teaspoon T = tablespoon C = cup (8 oz) oz = ounces Some useful conversions and equivalents are listed below. Dry measurements Dash <1/8 t Pinch 1/8 t 3 t 1 T 1 T ½ fl oz 2 T 1 fl oz 2 T … More Quick Tip: Measurement Equivalents and Temperature Conversions
They say you can’t believe everything you see on the internet. While that’s true, these little taco shells are completely believable! I saw a photo of these and thought I’d give it a try, and they couldn’t have been easier! Impress your dinner guests with these serving bowls for side salads, taco salads, or guacamole. … More Quick Tip: Mini taco shells/taco bowls
STORING TOMATOES Store fresh-picked tomatoes on the countertop or windowsill. Do NOT store tomatoes in the refrigerator, as the cold damages the cell membranes, resulting in a mealy texture and loss of flavor. Store them stem side down. The theory is that the scar left from the stem on the tomato allows moisture to seep … More Quick Tip: Tomatoes
I have to admit that it took me years to figure out how to hard boil an egg. I could never remember what made them hard vs. easy to peel: whether it was over cooking or under cooking, or if it was using older eggs or newer ones. I never knew how long to boil … More Quick Tip: Hard Boiled Eggs (without that gray-green ring around the yolk)
Here is a super easy way to cut basil — or any leafy herb — into long strips to use as a beautiful garnish. … More Quick Tip: Chiffonade of Basil
Here is a quick and easy tip for pitting and peeling avocados! … More Quick Tip: Cutting and Pitting an Avocado
Here is a quick and easy way to roast and peel bell peppers. … More Quick Tip: Roasting and Peeling Bell Peppers
Here’s a quick and easy way to slice bell peppers, leaving the ribs and seeds inside. … More Quick Tip: Slicing Bell Peppers
Forget those smash-and-chop onion choppers. With this easy method you’ll have uniformly diced onions in no time. … More Quick Tip: Dicing Onions
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