Hellomy Foodie Friends! 

Recently my wife and daughter were talking about old family recipes. As they discussed flavors and aromas that tied into the recipes, they both quickly realized that much of what was handed down were flavors that included recipes where measurements were not used. Many of our family members did not measure ingredients, instead, went by the palm or pinch size, smell, and taste. Therefore, finding a recipe file or notes involved scribbles. My wife learned how to cook by watching her mother and grandmother. Culinary masterpieces were created out of throwing ingredients together. The key to learning was to watch and listen. Having the house smell like grandma’s kitchen was a sure sign that she was on the right path to getting it right.

Stocking up on kitchen cookware staples may include replacing some of the items you were “handed down” or adding essentials that you find you are seeking as you pursue your culinary adventures. Often times when we are making larger quantities for a crowd, or making that one-pot dish, we find that we need a stock pot. A Stock Pot can become one of the most important cookware items in your kitchen. The Stock Pot is a tall, wide pot that is typically made with stainless steel and used for stovetop cooking that involves large quantities. Stock Pots are ideal for boiling water, making pasta, simmering, whipping up one-pot dishes, making a stock or broth, stews, sauces, chili, brining, potatoes, and more. 

Whatever your tool or vessel of choice is as you create your culinary delights, stop by Compliments to the Chef, your Neighborhood Kitchen and Cutlery store located at 33 Railroad Place, to assist with selecting the right tool for you. Remember my Foodie Friends, “Life Happens in the Kitchen.”

Take Care, 

John & Paula