How do I prevent clumping in sauces or gravies?
Whisk constantly when adding thickening agents, and if clumps do form, strain the sauce through a fine mesh sieve.
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In the refrigerator, in a breathable container or on a paper towel-lined tray. Wash just before eating and consume quickly as they are highly perishable.
Place in a paper bag with an apple or banana. Ethylene gas from these fruits accelerates ripening.
Rolling them on the counter before squeezing or microwaving for 10 seconds can yield more juice.
It’s a chemical reaction between amino acids and reducing sugars, responsible for the browning of food and flavor development during cooking.
A water bath provides even, moist heat, ideal for delicate dishes like cheesecakes or custards.
Fish has connective tissue that breaks down at a lower temperature, so higher heat cooks it quickly while keeping it moist.