Spices can be pretty expensive, especially if you’re buying them whole and grinding them yourself. While your spices won’t really go bad, they will lose flavor the longer they sit. Here are some ways to preserve your spices so they’ll last as long as possible and still add flavor to your cooking. Fresh Herbs…
Buying Spices As we discussed in an earlier post, there are two ways to buy your spices: whole or ground. The benefit to whole spices is that they last longer and provide better flavor. So what do you do with the whole spices you just bought? Maximizing Flavor You’re going to need to grind them…
When it comes to buying your spices there are generally two options, whole spices or ground spices. Let’s talk about ground spices Bottles of ground spices are often easier to use and therefore more convenient. You can even buy ground spices in bulk to save on cost and refill your bottles as needed. The downside to buying…
The Instant Pot has quickly become a household name and it’s quite possibly the most popular pressure cooker on the market today. Unlike traditional pressure cookers, the Instant Pot offers more possibilities since it can sauté, steam, slow cook, sous vide, or just keep your food warm until you’re ready to eat. With some models…