If there is one thing that Trader Joe's is better known for is their eclectic collection of seasonings and spices. Where there is a will, there is a way to season nearly anything bland to give it more taste, zest, or zing. Luckily for the near-endless selection found at TJ's, here are some shining examples of seasonings that are must-have items for your kitchen. Trader Joe's … [Read more...]
Once I Used to Cook, Now I'm a Critic
I'd like to think that being a critic means helping people to make the right decisions on what to invest their money and time into. Most of the time it feels like spending endless time finding small differences between mostly similar products. Nonetheless, I enjoy the process of each of our test days. We cook, make a mess, eat food and have a great time. I think back to my days a as a sous chef and spending my days in a commercial kitchen, I appreciate the fact that I can earn a living in kitchens that belong to myself or close friends of mine. Thank you for supporting everything we do here at Cookware Junkies by reading our reviews, purchasing products using our affiliate links and sharing our content with your friends and family. Contact me directly at cookwarejunkies@gmail.com.
Our Favorite Ways to Make Tea
You might think that brewing tea is as simple as dropping a tea bag into a cup of hot water, but there are more than a few ways to brew tea properly. Just like brewing coffee, the ancient art of brewing tea is often more involved than you've been led to believe. How Brewing Tea Was Discovered These days, we are so used to going to the store and buying premade tea bags … [Read more...]
Ceramic Knives: Do They Work? Should You Buy One?
Should You Buy A Ceramic Knife? There are many positive reasons why to buy a ceramic knife since the hardness of the ceramic material is harder than steel. What most people don't understand are the problems that go along with ceramic knives. It's the essential iceberg that follows the frustration of many owners who now have a collection of knives that are damaged, chipped, and … [Read more...]
Boiling Eggs and Ideas for Using Them
It's not exactly rocket science if you know how to boil an egg, however, there are select times for boiling an egg that gives each type its own distinct softness or hardness. Here are some thoughts that you might find interesting about how to use boiled eggs in everyday dishes. It's so rewarding to sit down in the morning and enjoy a nice and warm soft-boiled egg with some … [Read more...]
Top Selling Cookbooks You Should Own
We take an in-depth our favorite top selling cookbooks from around the world. Throughout this page we'll feature cookbooks that we feel deserve a spot in any kitchen. See which books made our list that align with the way you cook or your lifestyle. Table of Contents 1. Best Cookbooks for Beginners 2. Best Grilling & BBQ Cookbooks 3. Best Healthy … [Read more...]
Freeze Dried Snacks Your Kids Will Love
Freeze dryers are more affordable today than ever before. They make it possible for us to preserve fruits with all the flavor you'd expect from fruit. Kids love eating snacks and it's pretty obvious that we're being overwhelmed with snacks that come from the store which are fattening and filled with preservatives. Yet there's still hope since we've found some alternatives to … [Read more...]
What To Do With Fruit & Veggie Trimmings
Peeling fruits and vegetables can be a simple process using traditional paring knives or a peeler, but what can you really do with all of those trimmings? We've got some practical methods that aren't just for composting and might just make you rethink what trimmings are really perfect for! Trimmings for More than Compost You've been told by numerous websites that you can … [Read more...]
Freeze Drying Fruits
It used to be that dehydrating fruits were all the rage in American homes more than a decade ago. Today, freeze drying fruits is possible for in-home use thanks to the affordability of freeze dryers. Additionally, food dehydrators are now more affordable than ever before; learn how you can preserve fruits that a dehydrator often failed to live up to. A Short History Of … [Read more...]