My Little Corner of Culinary Basics




My Little Corner of Culinary Basics, loaded with tips , ideas, how to's, recipes, and different styles of kitchens (mine is a Country Kitchen). The page is titled My Kitchen: How it is equipped. You can see what it looks like and see some of the toys in there.

I finally have the time and place to develop my culinary skills and I can share with you some of the information I have learned and collected. Feel free to explore and hopefully find some useful information and new ideas to try.

Welcome, Begin Your Tour of My Little Corner of Culinary Basics Below

By the way, the background is a picture of my kitchen.

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Basic Equipment

From blenders that recall yesteryear to the olive oils of Spain and all kitchen tools in between, we explain the features so you can better understand how it does what it does and help you find what you're looking for.

Cooking Primers

Whether you're new to the kitchen or ready for the next step, we explain the essentials of the world's cuisines and basic cooking techniques to get you started

Kitchen Essentials

Calling college students and gourmets, tots and mods: advice on equipping all kinds of kitchens.

Cooking Techniques

A "How To"
Reprinted with permission from Cook's Illustrated magazine.
For a trial issue of Cooks call 800-526-8442. Selected articles and recipes, as well as subscription information, are available online at Cooks Illustrated.

Culinary Links
Cookware and Supplies
Culinary Federations
Culinary Schools
Weights and Measures

A handy guide on measuring liquid and dry ingredients and useful conversion charts

Baking Primers

From the folks at King Arthur® Flour

My Kitchen

How it is equipped

Reference

Some of the Cookbooks and Reference Books in my bookcase and in my kitchen

Culinary Glossary

Simmer or sauté? Braise or broil? Not everyone knows the difference. That’s why we are providing a list of the most popular cooking terms, and what they mean. Here are some common and not-so-common cooking terms you’re sure to find in many recipes.

Recipes

Let's do some cooking
Reprinted with permission from Cook's Illustrated magazine.
For a trial issue of Cooks call 800-526-8442. Selected articles and recipes, as well as subscription information, are available online at Cooks Illustrated.

Buying Guides

Tips and Information on what to look for and what to avoid.
Like anything else, good tools in the kitchen make all the difference.
Reprinted with permission from Cook's Illustrated magazine.
For a trial issue of Cooks call 800-526-8442. Selected articles and recipes, as well as subscription information, are available online at Cooks Illustrated.

Cookware Manufacture (Brand) Description

You have heard of some or all of these brand names but wondered who they are, where they are, what thier products are made from and how, and what products they offer. We have provided a listing of Manufactures (Brand's) descriptions of thier fine companies, Material and Construction of thier products, Care and Handling recommendations, Features, and the Product Lines they offer.

Tableware Manufacture (Brand) Description

You have heard of some or all of these brand names but wondered who they are, where they are, what thier products are made from and how, and what products they offer. We have provided a listing of Manufactures (Brand's) descriptions of thier fine companies, Material and Construction of thier products, Care and Handling recommendations, Features, and the Product Lines they offer.

Tableware and Cookware Manufacture Customer Service Contact Information
Foods and Ingredients
Nutrient Composition Chart
Tips and Guide Lines

for BBQ, Roasting, Broiling, Pan-broiling, and Pan-frying cuts of Beef, Pork, and Poultry
Guidelines for Food Handling
An introduction to awareness on proper handling of food, how to store, what illnesses are possible from improper handling, and what to be aware of during an emergency.
A Photo Gallery
of some of my culinary efforts.
I'll add more shots if I remember to take them.
Visitors Culinary Toy Purchases

A Listing of culinary toy purchases made during or after visiting.
Grocery List

Just a list I threw together. If you have the storage space, buy in bulk! Actually works out to a better price per item. Basicly I use this list for myself but thought you would get some ideas and see for yourself what is available

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