If you guessed that composting is the best solution to making good use of kitchen waste, you would be wrong. A lot of kitchen waste isn't always meant for the garbage and will be perfect to recycle in a totally different way. The Usual Suspects Preparing food in your kitchen is one aspect of daily life that we all have had experiences with, yet the most annoying part of … [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.
Renewing Old And Limp Veggies
Imagine the horror of going into your fridge and reaching for your favorite crunchy veggie snacks and it turns out they've become bendy and limp? It seems that no matter when you bought your fresh vegetables from the grocery store or farmer's market, your fridge crisper won't be able to keep them crisp and fresh at all! Here is a sure-fire method that will restore and refresh … [Read more...]
Upcycling; Recycle That Old Cookware…
We have heard a lot about new ideas to recycle, especially when it comes to items throughout the kitchen. One method of recycling had long been known to be called repurposing, but now is better known as 'upcycling'. When it comes to your aging household cookware, here's how you can recycle when you've acquired new kitchenware. What Exactly Is Upcycle? Just like that old … [Read more...]
Dutch Oven Cookies at Camp or Outdoors
You already know that baking bread is possible inside a Dutch oven along with baking pizza too. But when was the last time you thought of baking fresh cookies inside a cast iron pot while camping? What's The Big Secret Of Making Cookies In A Dutch Oven? There really isn't much of a secret that's going on here aside from a few elements that you want to pay close attention … [Read more...]
Dutch Oven Camping
Going camping should be a load of fun for getting out from your comfort zone and into the heart of nature. When it comes to cooking, you can still include all the comforts of home by using a Dutch oven and we've got all the best advice when using one in the great outdoors. What Do You Need To Know About The Basics? All right, so you've got your camping gear, mosquito … [Read more...]
Cooking Pasta in a Dutch Oven
Cooking pasta is a common task in your kitchen, but have you ever considered using a Dutch oven for this mundane task? You might be interested to know there are great advantages to cooking pasta and sauces in a traditional Dutch oven and we want to tell you why. Can You Cook Pasta In A Dutch Oven? Just like any other vessel that you bring water to a boil, a Dutch oven is … [Read more...]
Braising in a Dutch Oven
If you're wondering whether to make a meaty meal from simple cooking techniques, you might want to consider braising. The age-old method combines all the convenience of using a Dutch oven to make the meat tender and juicy while providing a sauce that you and your family will enjoy every single time. What Are The Basics Of Braising? Even if you've ever heard of Julia … [Read more...]
Freeze Drying – What is it and Should You Buy a Freeze Dryer?
Many homes are getting more accustomed to using food dehydrators and vacuum sealing their food so it lasts longer, but recent developments have given everyday folks more reason to invest in a freeze dryer to make their food last considerably longer. What is freeze-drying? The word itself sometimes sounds tricky and totally different from what we're used to buying at the … [Read more...]