How do I prevent a gummy or sticky texture in rice or grain dishes?
Rinse grains before cooking, use the appropriate water-to-grain ratio, and fluff with a fork after cooking.
Senior Editor at CyrusRamsey.com A seasoned journalist and an enthusiastic food lover, Brian Bateman serves as the Senior Editor for CyrusRamsey.com, where he marries his passion for storytelling with his love for all things culinary.
Brian brings with him a wealth of experience in the digital publishing industry and an insatiable appetite for uncovering the world's best dining experiences.
When he isn't tasting his way around the globe or writing about it, Brian enjoys honing his cooking skills and experimenting with international cuisine in his home kitchen. He firmly believes that understanding the process of creating a dish enhances the experience of consuming it.
In addition to his adventures in journalism and culinary exploits, Brian is also a skilled website developer and a passionate community organizer. A self-taught coder, he enjoys building and optimizing websites in his spare time, always keen to learn about the latest digital trends.
This interest extends to social media, where he runs the largest food-centric group in Wisconsin: Milwaukee Foodie. https://www.facebook.com/groups/milwaukeefoodie boasts over 140,000 members, is a lively platform where fellow food enthusiasts from Milwaukee and beyond share their culinary discoveries, restaurant recommendations, and mouthwatering recipes.
It's a testament to Brian's commitment to fostering a vibrant, interactive foodie community that extends beyond the virtual pages of CyrusRamsey.com, echoing his love for food and people in the heart of America's Dairyland.
Ensure proper churning speed and temperature, incorporate stabilizers or emulsifiers, and store at consistent and optimal freezer temperatures.
Skim off excess fat, emulsify using a blender or whisk, and balance with acid or a touch of water.
In the refrigerator’s crisper drawer, in a breathable bag or container. Trim the greens to extend storage life.
Both terms refer to pre-baking a pie crust before adding the filling. ‘Blind baking’ is fully baking the crust, while ‘par-baking’ is partial baking.
Room temperature eggs mix more easily into batters and can provide better volume when whipped.
Use a roux or cornstarch slurry for thickening, whisk constantly for even mixing, and finish with butter or cream.