The Cook’s Kitchen

If you play with spices a lot like I do you probably understand the importance of a good spice grinder. I use a food processor to make big ol’ batches of my barbecue rubs but it’s really hard to control the size of the finished grind. I have a mortar and pestle, but it’s […]

Next to knowing how to cook a particular cut of meat, the flavor is the next thing to master. One of the ways to add flavor to meat is by injecting it with a marinade. Injecting takes the flavor deep inside the meat, right where you want it. This technique is a […]

Boy do I love the equipment section in my favorite cooking store.  The latest addition to my kitchen tool drawer were two pairs of these tongs. They have all of the popular features: 18/8 stainless steel construction, a locking hinge and silicone tips that can withstand temperatures of up to 600°F.  I selected two colors […]