Category: Tip Of The Day

The Mother Sauces Of French Cuisine: Love Your Mother!

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What are the “mother sauces?” Today’s tip, from chef Johnny Gnall, explains them and sets you on the path to making each one. This article continues with part 2, the secondary sauces made from the mother sauces. If you have questions or suggestions for tips, contact JohnnyGnall@hotmail.com. When Georges Auguste Escoffier* laid the foundation for…
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TIP OF THE DAY: 7 Uses For Flat Olive Oil (Non-Food Uses)

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Properly stored, olive oil will keep longer than other edible oils: up to two years. However, once opened, it is best to use the oil within 60 to 90 days. (Some varietals remain fresh much longer due to their acid structure, but this is a good rule of thumb.) So, buy the size that you…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Why You Should Use Fresh Eggs

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White and brown eggs are identical in flavor and nutrition. Brown eggs cost more because they come from breeds (red-brown in color) that are larger and require more feed. Photo by Karen Andrews | SXC.   Refrigerated eggs can last for weeks in the fridge. But the long shelf life doesn’t mean that the eggs…
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