Mother-in-law added to the pan with the dumplings a bit of cold water... Now I do!

The culinary wisdom of our mothers, grandmothers, aunts and relatives just cannot be underestimated. They share with us the important and necessary tips. This article presents a selection of kitchen tricks that I was able to develop thanks to your loved ones and experienced Housewives. I'm proud to be able to share that knowledge with readers "the Site".

Culinary ideas
  1. The dough of the ravioli was more air, you must pull off a simple trick: at a time when dumplings boil a second time, add to the pan 1 Cup cold water. This should be done gradually, pouring a thin stream of water. This trick will allow you to taste test to fully open.


  2. Cooking a steak is better to start with its side parts, which is where body fat. Melted fat gives the meat a juiciness and give a wonderful aroma.


  3. Store herbs and spices you need in a cool dark place and not on a shelf by the stove. Excessive humidity, bright light and heat lead to the fact that they lose their rich flavor and taste.


  4. Before you can begin roasting meat, you should blot it with a paper towel. The excess moisture will simply make the process of frying in the fire and you will be deprived of a ruddy crust.


  5. To slice even, thin pieces of bacon or prosciutto, place the meat for 15 minutes in the freezer.


  6. Worth it to splurge and buy 1 bottle of quality olive oil. Just a few drops of this product will transform the taste of meat, fish, salads and dishes from dough.


  7. To awesome mashed potatoes is to turn a simple trick: cook a small amount of product, it is necessary to drain the water and place it back in the hot pot. Next you need to tightly close the lid and wait 5 minutes. The result is a soft and beautiful texture of mashed potatoes, and butter and cream are easily absorbed.




  8. Before cooking meatballs or meatloaf, you must try the beef taste. Form a small Patty, fry it, taste and then adjust seasonings and spices.


  9. Before buying meat or fish should not be afraid to ask the seller to show the product better. It is necessary to smell and to assess its freshness.


  10. You need to remember that recipes are only guidelines for the preparation of meals. If you want to replace any ingredient, do not deny yourself the pleasure!




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Victoria Poplavskaya Believes that art knows no rest! Enjoys drawing, used to look at life with a painter's eye. Cleaning the house and cooking finds work, a pleasure after all to any business can be creative! Loves unorthodox methods of solving problems. Favorite book Victoria — "Three comrades" E. M. Remarque.