Chef's Notes Plus

Best Water for Bread Making

Bread dough is made from very few ingredients, and each one counts. This includes the most basic, likely least-considered ingredient: water. The rule of thumb here is that if you enjoy drinking it, you can use it for baking bread. However, there are three important ways water quality can affect […]

Side Dishes

Mango Coleslaw

Makes 8 servings Ingredients 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice 2 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon water 9 cups shredded red cabbage (from 1 head cabbage) 1 mango, diced 1 or 2 jalapeños, seeded, chopped 1 shallot, minced […]

Desserts

Marshmallows

Makes 80 pieces Ingredients 3/4 oz (3 tablespoons; 3 envelopes) powdered gelatin 1/2 cup very cold water 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 3/4 cup light corn syrup 1/4 cup honey 1/2 cup water 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar, unsifted 1/2 cup cornstarch Directions Stir the gelatin into […]

Chef's Notes Plus, Family Fun

Rock Candy

You might get plenty of candy if you go trick or treating, but did you know you can make your own? Making your own candy is fun and easy! The simplest candy to make is rock candy, which is made with just sugar and water. Each tiny grain of sugar […]

Salads

Tahini & Tuna–Stuffed Tomatoes

Makes 8 servings Ingredients One 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed. 1/3 cup tahini 1 garlic clove, minced 2 green onions, chopped 3 tablespoons minced cilantro 1/4 cup water 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil 1 teaspoon ground cumin Two 5-ounce cans tuna packed in water, drained 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice […]

Sauces, Dressings, and Condiments

Tangy Barbecue Sauce

Makes 3 cups of sauce Ingredients 3 tablespoons unsalted butter or olive oil 1/3 cup minced onion 2 tablespoons minced garlic 1 cup cider vinegar 1 cup ketchup 1 cup beef broth or water 1/3 cup tomato paste 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 1/2 teaspoons Tabasco sauce 1 teaspoon kosher […]