I like making stock using a whole, uncooked chicken. However, others have said that I can use the carcass of a cooked chicken. Is there a preferred method for making chicken stock?
How frugal are you? You can do either or both. But first let's differentiate between stock and broth. The two terms are often used interchangeably – I'm guilty of doing it myself at times - but they're in fact different.
Broth is the liquid that meat, poultry, or fish, with or without bones, has been cooked in. Stock is made with more bones than meat, and is cooked for
Cherry Port Sauce
by TT August 20th, 2012 | Spreads & Sauces
When I eat poultry, I love having it with some sort of fruit sauce or chutney. A slice of turkey and cranberry sauce with whole berries; duck with blueberry chutney; chicken with cherry port sauce. I find the fruit sauces to be a delightful addition of flavor, moistness, and texture. In fact, I would far rather have a fruit sauce than gravy.
With cherries in season, they seemed like a good ingredient to try in a sauce. Being freshly picked, they are fairly sweet, just enough to balance the seesaw of sweet and savory in this sauce. Sautéed onions fill
With cherries in season, they seemed like a good ingredient to try in a sauce. Being freshly picked, they are fairly sweet, just enough to balance the seesaw of sweet and savory in this sauce. Sautéed onions fill
Chicken Cordon Bleu Burgers
by TT May 24th, 2010 | Recipes, Sandwiches
With the arrival of beautiful weather comes the start of grilling season. We enjoy grilling all sorts of things, including burgers. And while you can't go wrong with a perfectly cooked burger topped with your favorite condiments, it is fun to think outside the box sometimes.
So, last week I decided that we would have burgers, just not the sort made with beef; that seemed too mundane. I wanted a sandwich that looked like a burger but had its own unique taste. Ground chicken seemed like the perfect vehicle for this quest. Unlike ground veal or pork, which some might confuse
So, last week I decided that we would have burgers, just not the sort made with beef; that seemed too mundane. I wanted a sandwich that looked like a burger but had its own unique taste. Ground chicken seemed like the perfect vehicle for this quest. Unlike ground veal or pork, which some might confuse
Balsamic Chicken
by TT May 19th, 2010 | Healthy Cooking, Main Dishes, Recipes
Sometimes simple is what you are seeking in food. Sure, I enjoy making sauces, sautéing vegetables, and creating new flavor combinations. However, it also is nice to enjoy food that is less complicated.
This was the case on a recent Sunday. That Sunday was a day of indulgence. We had no plans that required leaving the house, and the weather was crummy. So, we spent the entire day in pjs, cooking, reading, watching tv, and enjoying a couple meals. After making a batch of homemade cinnamon rolls for breakfast, there was no need for lunch. After spending hours on breakfast,
This was the case on a recent Sunday. That Sunday was a day of indulgence. We had no plans that required leaving the house, and the weather was crummy. So, we spent the entire day in pjs, cooking, reading, watching tv, and enjoying a couple meals. After making a batch of homemade cinnamon rolls for breakfast, there was no need for lunch. After spending hours on breakfast,
Mexican Chicken
by TT March 24th, 2010 | Main Dishes, Recipes
March has been a long month. While it has been snow-free, which is a huge bonus in New England, we've had our fair share of cold and rainy days. So, there's a little bit of cabin fever here. Plus, having an insane month of business travel for my husband (away from home for 17 out of the last 21 days counts as insane, doesn't it?) makes the days and weeks even longer.
Thankfully, my 13 (almost 14, as he'd remind me) and 12 year old children have been very helpful. Every week each of them has chosen and cooked a dinner
Thankfully, my 13 (almost 14, as he'd remind me) and 12 year old children have been very helpful. Every week each of them has chosen and cooked a dinner