Whisky Sour is a mixed drink with whisky (naturally) sugar and lemon juice. Perfect on a summer evening or at any time at all. The time is up to you. I like to add Five Spice powder to mine. How to Make Chinese Five Spice Powder Whisky Sour Whisky Sour … [Read more...] about Whisky Sour
Kitchen Chat
Umami
Dear Queenie, can you explain umami to me? Veena D., Mosman Dear Veena - Taste is one of our basic senses. It helps us evaluate food and drinks. Like when you realise the milk has gone sour, it lets us know what’s safe to eat and also gets our bellies ready to … [Read more...] about Umami
Broad Beans
Broad Beans, Horse Beans, Windsor Beans.or Fava, by any name they're beautiful beans. These beans grow quite well in my garden, they're winter vegetables here in South Eastern Australia and the perfect time to cook good and wholesome meals for the family. I like to … [Read more...] about Broad Beans
Capsicums
Lots of people get excited about brightly coloured food. Fair enough, it looks good, but be aware of what you're getting when you buy capsicums Red, green, yellow or orange, theyre all essentially just green capsicums. Green Capsicums the green ones are … [Read more...] about Capsicums
Quince
The quince has fallen out of favour these days and there are plenty of people who wouldn't recognise a quince if it were served up on a plate in front of them. What a tragedy! . A Fragrant, Feminine Fruit The quince is intensely fragrant, with a perfume like a … [Read more...] about Quince
Know your Onions – Spring Onions or Scallions
Scallions are what I call Spring Onions and you can use the white and the green parts in recipes or just eat them raw. Spring Onions have a sweeter, milder flavor than mature onions and are a bit stronger than chives. The white part has more flavour than the green … [Read more...] about Know your Onions – Spring Onions or Scallions
Put that in your Pipe
Lapsang Souchong is smoked, as are lots of cheeses, salmon, hams and plums. And that's just for a start. But I didn't expect to see eggs joining the list. So here's a surprise at the Queen Vic Market. How could I resist the lure of a smoked goog? I … [Read more...] about Put that in your Pipe
How to sterilise jars
Heat oven to 280F / 160C fan/gas 1. Wash the jars in hot, soapy water, then rinse well. Place the jars on a baking sheet and put them in the oven to dry completely. If using Kilner jars, boil the rubber seals, as dry heat damages them. You can also sterilise … [Read more...] about How to sterilise jars