When it comes to America and desserts, most people probably first think of traditional pies or the very popular cheesecake also enjoyed here. However, there's another classic in American baking culture that often doesn't come to mind when thinking of desserts: American brownies
For those who haven't had the pleasure of enjoying a wonderfully sweet brownie in their life yet, here's a brief introduction.
Pickling vegetables – or pickling as it's called in the USA – is a way to preserve and season vegetables. However, pickling isn't just useful for making vegetables last longer and giving them a distinct flavor – it can even help save food.
In the USA, pickling is extremely popular, and here as well, more and more people are getting a taste for it (literally!). The trend is clearly moving towards the do-it-yourself approach – much in line with a romantic country lifestyle. Just think about all the colorful, crisp vegetables that have been freshly harvested.
For those who enjoy baking cakes, they certainly reach for a packet of baking powder every now and then. However, in American recipes, the terms “baking soda” or “baking powder” are commonly used. In colloquial language, American baking soda is often equated with German baking powder. Whether this mentioned baking soda can truly be replaced 1:1 with German baking powder, and what exactly natron and baking powder refer to, will be clarified in this post. Additionally, you'll receive 14 useful tips on how to use the miraculous substance, baking soda, in household chores, cosmetics, and for cleaning.
When you enter the word "pancake" into one of the common translation tools, the word is translated as "Pfannkuchen" or "Eierkuchen". Does this mean that pancakes and Pfannkuchen are essentially the same thing? Or is there a difference between pancakes and Pfannkuchen? In this article, we aim to answer these exact questions. Additionally, we've compiled some curious facts for you, all about pancakes!
Liquid Smoke – or as it's called in Germany – Flüssigrauch, is considered an absolute insider tip among barbecue enthusiasts in Europe. In the USA, the concept of smoke aroma from a bottle is much more popular and widespread than it is here. However, the demand for liquid smoke is slowly increasing in the European region as well. Therefore, we want to draw attention to this trendy product from America and address important questions about liquid smoke. Among other things, we'll briefly touch on the history of Liquid Smoke, take a look at its production, provide valuable tips regarding dosage and storage of liquid smoke, and answer the question of whether liquid smoke is harmful to health.
First and foremost, let's clarify what exactly this Liquid Smoke is. Liquid smoke is, in a way, a bold and aromatic ingredient (not a sauce!) that can be used in cooking, frying, or grilling to give dishes a smoky barbecue flavor. It's particularly popular for all kinds of meat dishes, but it can also be easily used with fish, soups, and even cheese.
In this post, we're addressing the topic of "grilling planks". We'll explain what grilling planks are in the first place and which wood is best for salmon and meat. Additionally, you'll learn how to grill fish and meat using a grilling plank to achieve the best results. We'll also cover cleaning and reusing grilling planks.
Marshmallows are a type of confectionery made from whipped sugar, egg whites, a gelling agent, as well as flavorings and colorings. In Germany, Marshmallows are also commonly referred to as “Mäusespeck”.
Especially in the USA, Marshmallows are extremely popular. They are often used during occasions like Thanksgiving to decorate side dishes such as sweet potatoes and the like. Before consumption, they are frequently heated on a grill. Of course, you can also skewer the Marshmallows on a long stick and roast over an open fire.
Almost everyone has heard the term “Teriyaki Sauce” or “Chicken Teriyaki” at some point. However, little is known about the history and origin of the widely used Teriyaki Sauce. We've compiled some interesting facts (that you probably don't know yet) about Teriyaki Sauce for you. In this article, you'll learn what Teriyaki actually is, where the term is thought to originate from, how Teriyaki Sauce is produced, and which Teriyaki sauces you should definitely try if you're embarking on a culinary journey to the Asian region.