Lemon/Lime Juice

Lemon/Lime Juice

by | Dec 29, 2016 | Cooking Tips

To optimize the amount of juice you get from a lemon or lime, roll it hard under your palm for a minute before juicing. Or, something we have learned from an “old” chef and… — never say I told you this — microwave it for 10 to 15 seconds...
Roasting Vegetables

Roasting Vegetables

by | Dec 29, 2016 | Cooking Tips

Home Made Gourmet recommend roasting vegetables in the oven with a little bit of oil, preferably Olive, which gives them great texture and caramelizes the natural sugars. It’s a simple way to enhance their flavor. Anyone can do it, just roast any vegetable at 350...
Baking cookies

Baking cookies

by | Oct 10, 2016 | Cooking Tips

Home Made Gourmet’s tip of the week – When baking cookies, be sure your dough is thoroughly chilled when it goes on your baking pan. This will allow the leavening ingredients to work before the butter flattens out and your cookies lose their textural...
The perfect Mashed Potatoes

The perfect Mashed Potatoes

by | Sep 24, 2016 | Cooking Tips

After years of experimenting, we found the perfect method of making the perfect mash… When making mashed potatoes, after you drain the potatoes, return them to the hot pan, cover tightly and let steam for 5 minutes. This allows the potatoes to dry out so...
Seasoning Fish

Seasoning Fish

by | Sep 13, 2016 | Cooking Tips

Home Made Gourmet uses a very simple practise when working with fish. Season fish simply and cook it with respect. The flavor of the fish is what you want to taste. No matter whether it comes off the grill or out of the oven or pan, finish it with a little squeeze of...
Browning Meat

Browning Meat

by | Sep 4, 2016 | Cooking Tips

Browning meat It is typically done using a skillet or frying pan, which generally should be preheated to a medium high temperature to avoid sticking. When you’re browning meat, you should dry the surface with a paper towel so the meat doesn’t release...