TIP OF THE DAY: Panko Japanese Breadcrumbs

Panko Crusted Salmon with Ponzu. The recipe couldn’t be easier (photo © Kikkoman).   Ever since we discovered them at Japanese restaurants, our breadcrumb of choice has been panko, the crispy bread crumb used in tempura, tonkatsu and crunchy sushi rolls, among other recipes. They’re crunchier and more flavorful than conventional bread crumbs.    …
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TIP OF THE DAY: Fry, Don’t Burn

A deep fryer from Hamilton Beach, with temperature controls to prevent burning.   If you’re wary of frying foods because you’ve burned them, you may simply need to switch your oil—or use a cooking thermometer (you need a candy and deep fry thermometer) or deep fryer. Proper frying, says chef Louis Eguaras, takes place between…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Save At The Buffet

Put it at the end of the buffet table! Photo courtesy Allen Brothers and Morton’s The Steakhouse.   Last month we suggested entertaining with buffets. Here’s a follow-up to that tip, from chef Louis Eguarias: Set the buffet table with less expansive items first: breads, salads, sides. Keep the expensive meat and fish dishes at…
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TIP OF THE DAY: 8 Ways To Reduce Sodium Intake

Not your friend! Photo by Ramon Gonzalez | SXC.   While recent government initiatives have eliminated trans fats and have us eating more whole grains, two villains hidden in prepared foods have been relatively quiet on the media radar. More often than not, too much salt and sugar are hidden in recipes and prepared foods.…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Find The Best Melting Cheese

Want more melt? Try a different cheese. Photo by Paul Johnson | IST.   If you like melted cheese on your burger, veggies, casseroles and other foods—and appreciate the flavor of good cheese—go ditch the bland American cheese slices. Take a look at the options below: Somewhere on the list is the melting cheese you’ll…
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