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Can I use the left over marinade during the cooking process

Food Chex — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:01:02 +0000

I had some pork loins that I marinaded over night and I’d like to use whats left ( what was in the container, that the raw pork was in, the bottle is empty) as a baster during cooking. The pork is cooking, so will the leftover marinade be ok to use? It’s not like I am going to use it AFTER it’s done cooking, That , I know is not a smart idea.

For those who are new to cooking. What are your biggest concerns when it comes to cooking

Food Chex — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:00:59 +0000

Are you worried you won’t have the ingredients or that the dish may not turn out as intended? Do you feel like you just don’t know how to cook or do you avoid cooking because of the time it takes to prepare a meal? Or is it an image thing…Ladies are you worried about taking on the Betty Crocker or June Cleaver image sometimes associated with cooking? I would love to know the concerns of the new cook. Thanks!

After cooking tamales do you have to let them cool before storing

Food Chex — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:00:47 +0000

I made tamales and cooked a pot full (8 dozen) after cooking them I ate one which was firm. We immediately removed them from the steamer and wrapped them in foil. We gave them to people and later they said they were mushy. I am sure they were cooked enough, what happened?
I’m sorry I mean when would I wrap them if I am giving them to people? I would like them to receive them hot and fresh.

After cooking tamales do you have to let them cool before storing?

Food Chex — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:13:18 +0000

What is a good basic white wine for cooking

Food Chex — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 09:01:57 +0000

I don’t want to keep too many around because a) I don’t drink wine and b) I don’t cook with it THAT often. What would be a good type of white wine to buy that isn’t too expensive, and that would fit most recipie’s calls for "white wine" in cooking? Any other ones that would be good to keep around for cooking purposes? I have some Marsala but that is it.
I’ve never bought wine before, only just 21, so as many details as possible would be appreciated.

What other cooking methods can I use to make mashed sweet potatoes?

Food Chex — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 20:08:37 +0000

All of the recipes I looked at require you to boil them, but I’m afraid I may lose all the vitamins and such from doing so. So can I use any other method for cooking them, or does this recipe absolutely requires me to boil them? I’m planning on steaming, but I’m not sure if that will affect the recipe in anyway…
Is it alright to leave the skin on when steaming sweet potatoes?

Which cooking pan is most used in your home?

Food Chex — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 18:06:42 +0000

Mine is my saute pan, but what is yours and why? Is it because it has multi uses or the style of cooking that you prefer? Anyways, thanks for answering and sharing your stories, happy Sunday to you!
Thanks in advance for your "star" if you think this question is interesting!

What kinds of elements of a cooking show do you enjoy/look for?

Food Chex — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 01:34:26 +0000

Do you prefer the cook to be talking, or a voice-over? What things about cooking shows annoy you?

Tell me about your thoughts on what makes a cooking show enjoyable to watch.
The reason I’m asking is because I want to make a little show based off of my great grandmothers cookbook. I’d really like to share with people, and hopefully help others, and keep older recipes like her’s alive.

Is it possible to learn how to cook by watching the Cooking channel?

Food Chex — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 07:47:50 +0000

I don’t know how to cook, nobody has ever taught me. I usually avoid watching the cooking channel because it makes me hungry and eat, but could it teach me how to cook if I keep watching all the shows?
Also I a watching Essence of Emeril but there’s no live audience - why did they change it?? He used to serve the food to audience members.

Need cooking tips. I got hired as a cook and I dont know how to cook?

Food Chex — Sat, 03 Oct 2009 10:00:29 +0000

I applied at Boston market as a cook. I did small prep work where I use to work like cutting things and help make salads, and deserts. But I just learned that what the consider as a prep cook is actually cooking. They said they will teach. But I’ll would like some tips so I’ll become a better cook.
I dont know how to cook. and I’m 18 so I dont have a family.