Author: Kate

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…

Certain tastes remind us of our childhood and home. When I was away from home for higher studies in business, the thing I missed most was my homely food. I always wait for the holidays to get back home and have my Mom’s special beef liver. The tender texture of beef is paired with a reddish brown color, paired with caramelized onions and garlic. Usually I share my experimented and successful recipes with you. But now I would like to share the top recipe from my Mom. This still reminds me of home, and trust me, guys, this is gonna…

Machines always make human life better. So it’s our responsibility to take care of the machines well. A few years ago, I bought a dishwasher after six months of planning and before that I kept asking myself whether it was essential or not for me. But guess what? The dishwasher made my day. From easily cleaning to wiping and drying the dishes is very impressive. I used it to the maximum every day and it is still working without any defects. If you can also maintain it properly, you also will be able to do this. The most important thing…

Cockroaches! I really hate that creature. Even before I knew about the diseases it causes, they were scary with sleek bodies and tentacles. I struggled a lot due to this cockroach infestation when I shifted to the new home. Initially, there were no cockroaches that were visibly seen, but they were affected by frequent food poisoning for no reason. All of the family members were panicked to find out the issue and finally saw a few eggs of cockroaches. This incident made me do more research to find out the cockroach infestation. This is very important, specifically for the food…