The name “Allspice” refers to the aroma resembling a combination of several spices. It tastes like a blend of clove, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

Aromatics are vegetables that deliver a deep, complex flavor and aroma when heated. The standard for aromatics is a classic mirepoix.

Basil is in the mint family. It has a strong clove like aroma, which comes from Eugenol and a spicy, floral aroma from Linalool.

Carrots have a distinctive flavor that can be described as sweet, earthy, and woody with notes of pine and citrus.

Cinnamon enhances the sweetness of other ingredients, whereas Cassia has more bitterness and lacks the floral, citrus notes of cinnamon.

Using raw celery provides texture, crunch, bitterness, and green notes. When cooked, celery loses some of its bitterness and becomes sweeter.

Clove was originally used to sweeten breath, as a perfume, and an incense; and then later became used as a culinary spice.

These are additional pairings of herbs and spices that are used to add flavor to stocks, soups, and sauces.

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Onions are part of the genus allium which includes garlic, leeks, and chives. These plants all share a characteristic pungent, strong, and sulfurous flavor.

Pasta has a rich history and tradition. It is one of the simplest preparations of flour and one of the most popular ingredients in the world.

The primary contribution of pepper to flavor is pungency, which is characterized by irritation that verges on pain and caused by the active ingredient, piperine.

There are more than 100,000 varieties of rice, but they generally fall into one of two categories: Indica and Japonica.

A source of acidity and sourness, it retains flavor compounds from the ingredients it was made from, which impact aroma and taste.

A whole grain contains all three parts of the grain kernal: the bran, germ, and endosperm. Their presence contributes to a wide array of health benefits. 

Yeast and other leaveners are ingredients that fill batters and dough with bubbles of gas.

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Clean out your refrigerator and instead of throwing out items you paid for, and make a delicious soup..

Understand the different parts of the knife and the difference between the two most prevalent styles of knife: German and Japanese.

How to use a honing steel and a stone to keep your knives sharp and safe

Learn about the classic French knife cuts taught in culinary schools around thew world

Learn how spices are impacted by aromatic compounds and some tips on when it’s best to break out your spice grinder.

The Mediterranean diet became a topic of discussion in the nineteen fifties when scientists started writing about the overall better health of individuals living around the coastal cities of the Mediterranean Sea. Researchers attributed the results to their social structure, lifestyle, and diet.

As Thanksgiving approaches, many home cooks find themselves contemplating the perfect way to ensure a moist and flavorful turkey. One technique that is sure to produce results is brining.

Consommé is a clear, flavorful soup that serves as a foundation for many French dishes. Made from rich stock and enhanced with aromatic mirepoix, this consommé recipe is a staple in French cooking.