The Cook’s Kitchen

I need temps taken
You open to check doneness
It’s not overcooked
What am I talking about?  Simply the most versatile thermometer I’ve ever had, the Thermapen, by Thermoworks.  I’ve gone through a drawerful of thermometers, and none have come close to the usefulness of my Thermapen. I use it not only for barbecued and grilled foods, but […]

Homemade Pizza II
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Have you ever wanted to take an intensive, hands-on cooking course with a chef, or to learn more about what separates a superior saute’ pan from the ordinary? If you answered yes, then the eGullet Culinary Institute is for you.  
Take, for example their lesson on Basic Knife Skills, which is carefully explained and well documented with photos. The author […]

When I sit down at the computer there is so much information available at my fingertips I sometimes take it for granted. From time to time I plan on reviewing some other foodie sites that I think merit recognition. The intent of this ongoing series of articles is not to redirect the reader from […]