Can you use oil on nonstick pans? This is a question I see often, followed by “what’s the best cooking oil to use”. Here are my tips on this. I cover how best to cook with nonstick, some best oils for cooking + their smoke points, and some frequently asked questions. I’ve compiled the below … Read more
Induction cooking differs from traditional gas and electric range cooking. Here’s what to know about your induction cooktop – When it get hots to touch and what to do about it… Why this is important: A big selling point of induction cooktops is the cooking surface will not get hot. This suggests safety for you … Read more
The answer to can you wash a crock pot in the dishwasher is mostly yes. But, not all crock pots or all parts of a crock pot are dishwasher safe. And, the dishwasher doesn’t always do such a great job. Here I give top to bottom instructions on cleaning a slow cooker for a sparkling … Read more
If you are looking to buy kitchen knives and are wanting to know what makes up a good kitchen knife set — you should find the following helpful. Why is this relevant? By getting to know the functions and performance of different knife types, you’ll enjoy preparing food in the kitchen the best and easiest … Read more
Coming across terms in recipes or kitchen utensil descriptions that are new to you? You’re not alone. So, I’ve put this page together to help with the jargon when cooking or just choosing things to cook with. Some of these are common cooking terms used in other countries. With today’s technology we can access many … Read more
