Lots of beef stock is poured in, along with some tomato paste and dried herbs. Do you have to peel the potatoes? It's up to you! I use red potatoes when I make hamburger soup; red potatoes have thin skin, so I leave it. If you use a variety of potatoes with a thicker, ...
Chicken broth is a fantastic ingredient to have on hand for many recipes. When I discovered how easy it was to make with just chicken bones and vegetables, and how much money it saved me to make it homemade, I never turned back. Here’s why I make chicken broth myself: It prevents ...
A small electronic weighing scale is a worthwhile investment that is usually an affordable purchase to make. Electronic weighing scales tend to be more accurate than their mechanical counterparts. They will take a small battery to operate, but generally, the battery life is excellent. They are a ...
If using a dehydrator it is a good idea to place a piece of parchment paper on each layer so that the beef does not end up falling to the bottom as it shrinks through the dehydration process. Make sure your beef is spaced out so that it can dry more efficiently.10. Next, separate y...
Maybe between you and startcooking.com your roommates will learn to cook by the time you all graduate! Cheers! P.S.: Looking for more meat recipes? My beef stew is a great stew for beginner cooks to make! You can view and print this recipe here. If you are new to startcooking, or...
Watch how to make this recipe. In a large heavy-bottomed saucepan, cook the onions in oil and butter, on medium-high heat until they are translucent. Add the dried thyme and stir. Add the lamb and brown on a high heat to seal in juices. Add carrots, and pearl barley. Pour in the...
If you want to make sure the liquid at the end is thicker, dredge your meat in flour before browning. Or add a little blend of one part cornstarch and two parts water an hour before the dish is ready. Cornstarch molecules will help to absorb the water, and they will give the remaini...
Chicken and turkey do well, but need to be cut thicker to prevent crumbling. You can make very tender jerky by grinding the meat and adding some of the marinade to hold it together. Then soak it for a shorter period of time, such as 2-3 hours. Great Meat Substitutes Some great meat...
The different kinds, what swaps you can make, and how to make the most of whatever kind of canned tomato you have!
Still, paying attention to what you chuck in the bin can make a difference. Expiration dates One thing that contributes to edible food going to waste is the mass confusion over the dates you find on the packaging. Many people trust it blindly, and many people don’t know what it means....