Substitutes

What is a Quiche? A quiche is a pastry crust dish that can be served hot or cold. It consists of eggs, milk, cream, butter, salt, and pepper mixed with other ingredients such as spinach, onions, ham, and cheese. A quiche may have originated in Brittany, France, during the 14th century. The word “quiche” is […]

What Is Tiramisu? Tiramisu is a traditional Italian dessert that consists of ladyfingers dipped into coffee, layered with mascarpone cheese and dark chocolate, then topped with shaved chocolate. Where Does Tiramisu Come From? Jonathan Coe, in an attempt to add some contemporary flair to his book Expo 58, sends his protagonist to a trattoria in

Water chestnuts are crunchy and light-sweet in taste; therefore, they are reliable ingredients for so many Chinese cuisines. Moreover, they are also a prominent part of the classic bacon appetizer. If you want to up the taste of your vegetable side dish, don’t forget to add the sliced water chestnuts. If you love crispy and

Shiitake mushrooms add great flavor to your recipes with their robust and earthy taste and meaty texture. You can use them fresh or go for dried shiitakes; in either case, shiitakes boost the nutritional value of food. However, since they are primarily available in the fall and spring seasons, you may not find them at

Do you love stewed tomatoes? Are stewed tomatoes the main ingredient of your dishes? Well, you are not alone in the stewed tomatoes’ fan list. Stewed tomatoes are the smartest, straightforward, and quick way to add flavor to the meals as it reduces your effort of tomato preparation and other vegetables. Stew tomatoes can be

Few drops of orange juice can change the game of cooking, but little did we know it’s not always that the fantastic ingredient is in reach. And since the tangy, citrusy taste is a must, whether it’s cake, bread, or a smoothie, leaving out orange juice cannot be an option. So, here are the 9

This is a blog post about beef consommé, what it is and what it is used for. Also, when you are cooking, and you don’t have any beef consommé, what do you substitute instead? The best Substitutes for Beef Consommé are Beef stock, beef broth, Bouillon Cubes, Vegetable broth, Mushroom consommé, Wine or Beer, Soy

What do you do when you are looking for pastis but can’t find any? Make a different recipe? No! You can read this wonderful blog post and use one of these 7 amazing substitutes! Absinthe, Anisette, Ouzo, Sambuca, Pernod Ricard, and White Wine are all great substitutes for pastis and can add that zing you

We all have those moments when we want to make a delicious, refreshing drink or dish. However, sometimes the ingredients are not available at that moment. You may find yourself in need of pineapple juice, and it’s nowhere to be found! This is where substitutes come into play. In this blog post, we will discuss

Mac and cheese is one easy recipe most of us love to devour. A good plate of mac and cheese has a creamy texture, enriched flavor, and a presentable look, which collectively makes it a go-to meal every time we’re in a hurry.  One perk of making mac and cheese is that it follows an