Sweet Treats and Savoury Snacks
Yeast is an organism consisting of living cells, more precisely a fungus. Since yeast is sensitive to environmental influences, it is very important to treat it properly so that it can function optimally. It plays an important role in the production of bread and various bakery products. In short: Yes, yeast is killed by high … Read more
The liquid is the primary ingredient of bread dough, and most recipes use water. Unlike water, milk contains proteins, fat, and sugar. Some enriched bread, such as brioche and the sweetbreads served on holidays in many European countries, are traditionally made with milk. This post aims to explain what changes happen to homemade bread when … Read more
Water is one of the essential ingredients of bread, and it plays a vital role in dough making and baking. The required amount of water depends on several factors, including the type of bread you choose to make, and the quality of the flour. The purpose of my post is to explain the role of … Read more
Washing the dishes thoroughly is extremely important for our health, especially if we live in a household with small children or people with weakened immune systems. What can you do if your dish soap runs out when you need it the most? I think many of us can identify with this. Can we use soaps … Read more
Dishwashing is usually done in three steps: first comes the washing in soapy water, then rinsing with clean water, and finally drying. However, not everyone thinks that rinsing with clean water is necessary, especially with natural and biodegradable dish soap. Read on to find out what happens if you leave soap residue on your kitchenware. … Read more
Some of the most common injuries in the kitchen are burns, which can be very painful. Therefore, it’s essential to pay attention to the safe handling of hot utensils when cooking and baking. The purpose of my post is to explain why it’s not a good idea to use wet textiles to hold hot kitchenware. … Read more
Working with raw chicken is a well-known health risk in the kitchen, as it can contain dangerous bacteria such as Salmonella or Campylobacter. By using appropriate kitchen techniques, you can control the risk carried by raw poultry and prevent the occurrence of food-borne illnesses. The purpose of my post is to explain how to properly … Read more
All modern dishwashers have an eco cycle, and if you’ve tried it, you know it takes longer than regular cycles. My post aims to explain why the eco-program is so lengthy and whether it can clean your dishes as effectively as regular cycles. The eco wash on dishwashers takes so long for two reasons: 1. … Read more
Have you ever wondered why some people wipe their dishes with kitchen towels instead of letting them air dry? Is it Let me shed some light on the subject. Washing dishes is one of our daily chores, and unless you have a dishwasher, you probably have to do it several times a day. And that … Read more
After washing your dishes, the most sanitary way is to let them air dry. You can solve this easily if you have a good quality dish rack next to the sink. However, you may have a small kitchen and you don’t want to waste valuable countertop space on a dish drying rack. The purpose of … Read more