Chicken Tortilla Soup
Ingredients: Cooking Method: When garnishing, I also add some shredded cheese to top the soup!
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November 2022
Come celebrate National cake day this month, with these three products to make and showcase a delicious chocolate cake!! American metalcraft cake ring comes in various diameters, constructed of durable stainless steel, this is designed to withstand use in your kitchen. The rings have a height of three inches and can be used for cutting various layers to create uniform delicious cake and desserts. American Metalcraft 12 1/8″ dome is made of durable, easy-to-clean polycarbonate. This dome captures the look and feel of glass but is durable and break resistant if and when the dome is dropped. The dome keeps food fresh and safe from contaminants in all aspects of the hospitality industry. To pair with the clear dome, the […]
Read morePumpkin spice cheesecake
Ingredients: Crust: Filling: Cooking method: Crust: Filling:
Read moreOctober 2022
Celebrate Pumpkin cheesecake day with these three great products for making and showcasing that delicious pumpkin cheesecake!! The American metalcraft ten-inch springform cake pan is essential for any baked items that are going to be sliced. The pan is plated in a non-corrosive tin that will allow for even heat distribution which leads to even cooking. The bottom has a textured finish that will allow for air flow and prevent unwanted dark spots. The side is removeable, simply unhook the latch and never worry about trying to force the cake out of a traditional pan again. Matfer Bourgeat Flexipan mini muffin/ cupcake mold is a must have for making individual mini desserts. Made of a durable food-grade silicone based woven […]
Read moreVanilla Bean Ice Cream
Ingredients: 2 cups heavy cream 1/2 cup Half & Half 1/2 cup sugar 2 vanilla beans pinch Kosher salt 3 egg yolks Cooking method: Whisk all the ingredients except the egg yolk and vanilla in a medium saucepan Split the vanilla beans in half, scraping out the paste inside and add to the cream Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Beat the egg yolks and slowly temper the hot liquid and eggs (pour some of the hot liquid into the egg yolks whisking constantly to prevent the egg from curdling) Return to medium heat. stirring constantly with a rubber spatula, until the mixture thickens (nape – coats the spatula) Remove from the heat and strain the custard through a […]
Read moreJune 2022
Summer is right around the corner! Come celebrate Lobster Day with these three great products to make getting that perfect bite quick and effortless. Stop struggling with those hard shells and grab the American Metalcraft lobster cracker! Coming in at just under six and a half inches, this cast iron cracker is built to last. The hinged, double- jawed jagged edges make cracking shellfish or nuts simple and easy. The Matfer Bourget Lobster Scraper is the perfect tool for getting that last bit of tasty lobster from those small spots in the shell. Constructed out of stainless steel, it is seven and a half inches in length. There is one side that is flat and one side has a two-prong hook to do […]
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Come celebrate National Chocolate Mousse Day with this month’s top picks. The American Metalcraft Stainless Steel mixing bowls are what I use for two applications of the chocolate mousse. The first application is over the double boiler to whip the eggs. The second is folding the mousse all together. These bowls are made from high-quality stainless steel that will prevent rust or corrosion. These bowls are built for withstanding both hot and cold temperatures and come in ten sizes that range from 21 to 576 ounces. For melting chocolate, I use the Cambro 2Qt. High Heat Amber Measuring Cup. There is a handle which makes pouring easy and the side allows for a rubber spatula to get all the chocolate out to ensure […]
Read morePasta Dough
Ingredients: 300 g All Purpose Flout 50g Semolina Flour 3 each Eggs 1 pinch Kosher salt 1 pinch Black pepper Cooking Method: Mix the All-purpose flour, Semolina flour salt and pepper and make a well Crack the eggs into the middle of the well combine until a dough forms If the dough is sticky, sprinkle with additional flour roll the dough out with a rolling pin cut into the shape and width of preferance cook the pasta in boiling water for 8-10 minutes (time might vary based on how the pasta is cut)
Read moreFebruary 2022
What is the first food you think of when you hear Italian Food? For me it’s pasta! Celebrate National Italian Food Day with these three great products for making that perfect handmade pasta dish. The Matfer Bourgeat Imperia pasta machine is the perfect tool for making homemade, delicious pastas. Attach the clamp to the countertop or table and use the manual hand crank to work the interior rollers. This pasta machine has an adjustable thickness knob that accommodates dough up to 3/8 of an inch and can accept dough roughly twelve inches wide. Attachments are available for the production of different pasta shapes. I prefer the manual crank to the electric. Besides the price difference, the manual has less of a chance […]
Read moreNovember 2021
Celebrate Homemade Bread Day with these great products from Matfer Bourget. Regardless of your favorite loaf of bread, make sure it comes out consistently perfect every time with this month’s top picks. The Matfer Bourgeat linen-lined wicker round banneton proofing basket is designed to house your dough during the proofing process. The basket helps loaves like sourdough hold its shape while it rises, The dough rises up instead of spreading out. By using the linen cloth and some flour, even wet doughs that do not require kneading are able to proof in the basket and are easily removable. Feel free to serve the freshly baked bread in the basket to add an artisanal bread touch for guests. The Silform Sub Roll, 6-“Sub […]
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