Espagnole Sauce

Espagnole is a basic brown sauce that is one of the five mother sauces of classical cuisine. It’s also the starting point for a rich and deeply flavorful sauce called demi-glace, which is traditionally served with red meats.   Making espagnole sauce is not too different from making velouté — they’re both essentially a stock-based saucesthickened…

Steemit & Vitamin Benefits

    POTASSIUM Oranges are full of potassium, an electrolyte mineral is responsible for helping the heart function well. THE HEART When potassium levels get too low, you may develop an abnormal heart rhythm, known as an arrhythmia. CITRUS FAMILY The genus citrus also includes other related species of oranges such as pomelo, tangerine, yuzu,…

Vegan Pumpkin Spice Caramel Cups

While the Halloween classic of chocolate peanut butter cups is all fine and well, if you are looking for something a little different, and you happen to love caramel and pumpkin pie, test out these little cups of deliciousness this year! We promise you will not regret it. INGREDIENTS   Caramel Filling 1 cup packed…

Tropical Cucumber Salad

Combine cucumber, avocado and mango with a salty-sweet dressing for a taste of the tropics. INGREDIENTS   3-5 teaspoons fish sauce 1 teaspoon freshly grated lime zest 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 tablespoon canola oil 2 teaspoons light brown sugar 1 teaspoon rice vinegar 1/4 teaspoon crushed pepper 1 medium English cucumber 1 avocado, cut…

Jícama & Cucumber Salad with Red Chile Dressing

This salad combines cucumber and jícama with a sweet-sour, slightly spicy vinaigrette and makes a great start to any Mexican-inspired meal.   INGREDIENTS 1/4 cup cider vinegar 1/2 tablespoons mild-flavored honey 1 tablespoon canola oil 2 teaspoons minced onion 1-1 1/2 teaspoons chile powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 cups diced peeled jicama 1 medium English…