Author: Kate

I have shared several Etsy app tips with you for the best sales. But I never shared how I take time for myself and relax. Uploading products and images, finding optimized titles, and tracking orders will end my regular days. Initially, I was super excited about this, and later, it felt very exhausting and stressful. At first, I thought taking a break might affect sales, but then I heard about vacation mode on Etsy shop. After done that, save tons of time to enjoy the real vacation.  I was happier than anyone in the world, so I went on vacation…

I remember the first time I found a new vegetable at the local farmer’s market that became one of my all-time favorites – purple hull peas. Their dark, bold color first drew my attention, and I wondered if they would be as flavorful or soft. I had no way of knowing that these humble legumes would become the pillars of my cooking. It became a sweet tradition of cooking them in 2 hours, catching up with the memories and flavors I now hold dear. As such, come with me on a tour of my purple hull pea journey by learning…

In South America, culinary traditions are deeply rooted, with a strong emphasis on beef. In comparison, chicken sausage has a less prominent role in their meals. Recently, one of my neighbors from Argentina asked me to share a healthy air fryer recipe for chicken sausage. She tried the recipe, and now she’s a fan of the deliciously easy and crunchy chicken sausage. Given her positive feedback, I thought you might also enjoy this recipe and discover a new favorite in chicken sausage. Let’s see how to cook chicken sausage in air fryer. Favorite Flavored Meat Usually I am not a…

I have always thought that boiling blue crabs is a milestone. I distinctly remember my first experience, performing in a huge pot with great courage. At first, the whole thing seemed scary – crabs coming to life around me and all that precision timing. But when I finally breached the world of crab boils, not only was it usable, but it was ridiculously bonding. In this blog, I will tell you how to prepare a seafood feast easily and share my methods, so pay attention! Identifying Blue Crabs When I fell in love with blue crabs, it was on a…

I have always believed that dieting is a way of life. No one can be healthy by taking a crash diet or to achieve short-term goals. So it’s always important that we take possible options that can be followed consistently. I like carbs very much more than all others. The best carb I carve more is potatoes and its various food items, especially the hash brown patties.  Even though I eat carbs, I choose healthy options to cook. There comes the importance of an air fryer, that can be used to cook most of the food without oil. Nowadays, I…

Today, I will share one of my favorite adventures in the kitchen: cooking kidney beans from scratch. If you ever wondered how to go from those hard little beans into tender, flavorful bites, welcome! Believe me, after you’ve cooked them once yourself – and they’re so straightforward to cook that there’s little excuse not to anymore – canned beans will feel like nothing more than slop from a sty. Do You Need to Soak Kidney Beans? The question that arises more often when using kidney beans is whether to soak them. The short answer is yes, and here’s why. Why…

If you’ve ever stood in your kitchen holding a bag of frozen ravioli and wondered how to cook frozen ravioli without messing it up, you’re not alone. I’ve cooked frozen ravioli every way possible—boiled, baked, air-fried, and even microwaved—and the good news is this: you don’t need to thaw it, and it’s hard to ruin if you know the basics. In this guide, I’ll show you exactly how to cook ravioli from frozen, how long each method takes, and how to tell when ravioli is done so you can get perfect results every time. How to Cook Frozen Ravioli (Quick…

I am excited to share the findings and preparation that have led me to a most peculiar-tasting mushroom- Chicken of the Woods. If you need to become more familiar with this term, you are in for a treat. The identification of this mushroom is straightforward, and it tastes like Chicken in texture. And now, a word from the chef about how I put together this glorious treat. Here is my recipe, let’s see how to cook chicken of the woods mushrooms.  What Does Chicken of the Woods Taste Like? Chicken of the Woods is known for its distinct taste and…

Fish sticks are a quick and easy meal that can be made even more convenient with an air fryer. Cooking fish sticks in an air fryer is a fantastic method to get crispy, delicious fish sticks without the mess and oil of deep frying. But how long do you air fry fish sticks? In this guide, we will cover the ideal cooking time and temperature for frozen fish sticks in an air fryer, along with the best tips for how long to cook fish sticks in air fryer. Why Use an Air Fryer? But before we get there, when is…

I like potatoes, they make my tummy feel yummy. Potatoes have a very comforting texture and are packed with many vitamins. People who know me know that I always prefer crispy and crunchy bites. It is difficult to try recipes that do not affect your health and satisfy the mind. That’s why I tried these diced potatoes in the air fryer, and guess what? It was the best ever! Diced potatoes cooked in the fryer have been my best evening snack and favorite side dish forever. My nieces and nephews love potatoes just like me because of their dice shape…