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Once roasted, coffee beans start to lose flavor via oxidation. “Airtight is the way to go with coffee,” says Tim Schofield, Digital Marketing Manager of Ritual Coffee in San Francisco. “Basically, oxygen is enemy #1 when it comes to the freshness of a roasted coffee, as a process known as oxidation leads to stale or sour flavors by attacking the exterior surfaces of the bean.” This explains why ground coffee goes bad faster, as there’s more surface area for the coffee bean to oxidize....

Why They’re The Best Salmon Patties Let’s just get it over with in case you’re wondering. What makes these the best salmon patties, you might ask? Well, really it’s all the goodies that get combined with the salmon that make them super tasty (fresh herbs, shallot, garlic, lemon, etc.) and then pan frying them on the stove to get the crispy outer layer really gives them an amazing texture! Add the magic green sauce on top, and you’ve got a delightful combo of savory, creamy and refreshing flavors....

I will tell you that none of the infusers on this list are gimmicky or will produce bad tea. As a tea lover, I could never do that. Instead, I consulted with a couple of experts on how to brew the best cup and which products will help you relax, not add to your stress. With components that are versatile, effective, and easy to use, Finum’s Stainless Steel Mesh Brewing Basket is our overall top pick....

In practice, it’s a bit tricky as the corn cob can slip from its position, and the kernels can go flying all over the place! I don’t know where I first heard of this trick of using a bundt pan, but it’s great for helping to steady the corn cob and to catch the kernels as they come off the cob. Bundt pan Many bundt pans have a stick-free interior....

Background – COVID and the canned tomato shortage When the COVID Pandemic first hit the shores of Australia and Sydney went into lockdown in March 2020, grocery store shelves were cleared of long shelf life items with a rush of panic buying. Things like pasta, dried beans, rice and all manner of canned goods. While canned tomato was one such item that was always sold out, tomato paste was still widely available....

We grew up with eggnog, the kind you buy in a carton, and every Christmas holiday we kids drank up as much of it as we could. I didn’t even know that eggnog was a “spiked” drink until well into my adult years! Even now, I prefer my eggnog only lightly boozed, if at all. So this recipe is only lightly spiked; feel free to increase the rum and bourbon to your heart’s delight, or omit altogether if it’s for the kids....

We decided to make turkey stroganoff with some of ours. Stroganoff is a classic Russian dish, popularized in America after World War II, which typically has beef and mushrooms served in a sour cream sauce. Turkey doesn’t have as strong a flavor as beef. So, this stroganoff improves with the addition of some leftover turkey gravy, and extra herbs such as thyme. Adjust the seasonings to your taste. In particular, depending on how salty your gravy was, you may need to add salt....

(Australia & NZ readers: Available in stores and online) US & Canada Dinner pre-orders Today is a big day. It’s the day my cookbook is finally released in stores across Australia and New Zealand. Let me just write that again so I believe it myself. A cookbook I wrote and photographed is selling in actual real shops! And I honestly can’t think of a better way to celebrate this milestone day with you than by announcing that my cookbook is now available for pre-order in Canada and America!...

So when we are looking for a super-easy-I’m-hungry-now-and-I-don’t-want-to-spend-time-cooking meal we’re prepared. This combination, canned tuna with white beans and onions is classic, and so easy! It helps to have a high quality canned tuna, packed in olive oil. If you have water-packed tuna it will still work, but you’ll need to add a lot of olive oil to help it come together. An herb or bitter of some sort is a bright addition too....

But just because it’s wholesome doesn’t mean there isn’t room to make it a touch more healthy. This is exactly what I had in mind when I came up with these Whole Wheat Strawberry Shortcakes. A Healthy Spin on Strawberry Shortcake A few little tricks give these shortcakes a healthier spin on the standard recipe. The biscuits have less butter and more whole-grain flour than your typical recipe.The whipped topping is equal parts Greek yogurt and heavy cream....

More Asian-inspired keto recipes Healthy 20-Minute Thai Basil PorkQuick, Easy Keto Cauliflower Fried RiceLemongrass ChickenAsian Cucumber SaladHealthier Black Pepper Chicken Customize your lettuce shells – If you want some crunch, go with iceberg lettuce or cabbage. For something that’s more flexible to “wrap-up”, try bibb, butter or romaine lettuce. Add on some toppings – Add different toppings if you want! Toss on some red pepper flakes, cheese or sour cream. A dollop of our creamy chipotle aioli is also a perfect topper for these crunchy lettuce wraps....

Healthy Crockpot Recipes All of the recipes in this listing are gluten-free and made with real food ingredients. If you are looking for healthy slow cooker recipes, this is the place to be! There are also options that fit many other dietary needs such as paleo, whole30, keto and dairy-free. Just browse around to the individual recipe pages to see if the recipe is a good fit for your needs. Looking for more cozy recipes?...

Why you will love this air fryer acorn squash It’s delicious, healthy, and low in calories! The combination of butter and maple syrup makes it so flavorful. Your kitchen will be filled with the aroma of caramelized squash and it tastes even better than it smells. You can make it savory or sweet using any seasoning of choice It’s simple and easy to make, all you need is 5 ingredients and it comes together quickly....

Chicken, peppers and onions cooked in a creamy coconut curry sauce. This is my easy recipe - using curry paste to speed up the process.Yep, the air fryer doesn’t have to be used only for dry foods. You can make saucy foods too. You just need one additional piece of equipment - a cake barrel insert (more on this later). The peppers and onions get slightly charred when cooking in the air fryer, which adds a lovely extra flavour dimension....

Either way, this air fryer salmon and green bean recipe checks all the boxes. It’ll give you a warm, comforting meal while requiring very little effort (and very little cleanup) on your part. Your Air Fryer Is a Kitchen Workhorse Air fryers are all the rage these days, but beyond their immense popularity, they’re also true workhorses in the kitchen — especially for busy cooks. Since they’re much smaller than conventional ovens, the vast majority of air fryers don’t require pre-heating, and the ones that do require some pre-heating do so much more quickly than a standard oven would....

Only 125 calories and 2 grams of net carbs in each indulgent square! So go ahead and have one or two! When my husband and I transitioned to a low-carb diet, I immediately set out to create tasty keto alternatives for the beloved high-carb foods that got us in trouble in the first place. On the list, among other items: brownies. It took some trial and error for sure, but these brownies are amazing....

With a prep time of just 15 minutes, it’s so easy to make, and the result is wonderfully creamy, rich, and decadent. This fudge is such a treat! It’s made with just 5 ingredients, takes 15 minutes to make, and then you need to let it set for 4 hours, which is the hardest part. But once it’s ready, your patience is rewarded with such a creamy, flavorful, indulgent keto treat!...

Welcome to Day 5 of the inaugural Holiday Salad Marathon, a series where I’m doing the polar opposite of the usual baking countdowns and bringing you a new salad recipe every single day through to Christmas Eve! Today I’m sharing a great Aussie classic: Chang’s Crispy Noodle Salad This is a salad from that comes to you from the back of the Chang’s Crispy Noodle packet. It’s an Aussie summer BBQ favourite that hits the spot with everybody....

Mild peppadew peppers are slightly pickled and only a little bit hot. Look for them in jars or in bulk at the salad bar at your grocery store. You could also use sliced jalapenos from a jar if you want to really spice it up. Also look for green ripe olives from California in particular. These olives are milder in flavor than other varieties and have a firm, meaty texture that works well with the crunchy peppadews and the creamy avocado....