The smart way to reheat meat and vegetable soup
Meat and vegetable soup is lovely when newly cooked. But, when reheated, the vegetables get overcooked to a mush. How can that be avoided? I have a trick.
Kitchen
Divided into three sub-categories — ingredients, how-tos and tools — this section includes tips on choosing a kitchen countertop (in case you're remodeling) and kitchen organizing.
Should tomato core and seeds be removed?
In most cases, there is no need to scoop out the core and seeds of the tomato. In some cases, it is advisable (though not essential) to remove them. Read on.
Oregano in the kitchen and garden
A culinary herb and staple of Mediterranean cuisines, true oregano grows in spikes during warm and sunny weather, and has tiny leaves.
Mortar and pestle for the home kitchen
Stone or wood? Polished or unpolished? Smooth or coarse? We've gone through dozens of mortars and pestles, and here's what we learned.
Purple yam (ube) and halaya (jam)
It is Dioscorea alata, a purple-colored tuber (not be confused with taro or purplish sweet potato). We grow it in the garden to make halaya (jam).
How to rehydrate dried mushrooms
Yes, you just soak them in water. But what should be the temperature of the water? And how long do they need to soak? How do you know when they are sufficiently …
How to cook a multi-course meal in 30 minutes and save on electricity
Smart kitchen tip: cook two dishes in the oven at the same time and steam vegetables over rice. You save on electricity and all the components of your meal will cook at …