Soups & Sauces30 Videos

How to Make Espagnole Sauce – 1 of the 5 Mother Sauces

Espagnole sauce is one of the five mother sauces that every cook should know. Originally known as the “brown sauce,” Espagnole is a rich, velvety, and savory sauce that is a staple in many French dishes. This sauce is the base for many other sauces, including demi-glace, bordelaise, and mushroom sauce. Whether you’re a professional […]

Magic Butter Sauce: Mastering Beurre Monte

Ever wonder how chefs create those decadent sauces that seem impossible to replicate? Beurre Monte is your secret weapon! We’ll explore variations and flavor profiles, allowing you to customize your Beurre Monte for endless possibilities. === 🍽🍸🥩 RECIPE === 3 Tablespoons Water or White wine 8 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter (113 gr), cut into pieces Bring […]

Roasted Tomato and Pasta Soup – No More Soup from a Can.

A cold, wintery day and tomato soup are a match made in heaven! But maybe you’re tired of the canned stuff. Roasting fresh tomatoes in the oven and adding pasta is just part of my secret recipe. After you learn to make my Roasted Tomato and Pasta Soup you’ll never open a can again! === […]

How to Make Pennsylvania Dutch Hot Bacon Dressing

If you like bacon, you’re going to love my Hot Bacon Dressing. This Pennsylvania Dutch Staple is sweet, sour, smokey and silky. === 🍽🍸🥩 RECIPE === 4 – 5 slices of bacon 1 egg, beaten 4 ounces (112 g) granulated sugar 2 ounces (60 ml) apple cider vinegar 2 ounces (60 ml) water Fry the […]

Homemade Chicken Soup with Pasta

Chicken soup is good for the soul – especially when it’s homemade. But these days, people would rather open a can instead of making it from scratch – until now. My recipe for Homemade Chicken Soup with Pasta tastes like you spent all day in the kitchen but it is done in under 30 minutes. […]

Steak au Poivre – Perfectly Seared Steak with Creamy Peppercorn Sauce

Today we’re making Steak au Poivre – a fancy sounding French dish that’s surprisingly easy to make! It’s a deliciously juicy steak coated in a creamy peppercorn sauce. Let’s get cooking! === 🍽🍸🥩 RECIPE === 2 Boneless NY Strip Steaks 2 Tablespoons Vegetable Oil 1 Tablespoon Whole Black Peppercorns, Crushed 4 Garlic Cloves, 2 Smashed, […]
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How to Make Bechamel Sauce – 1 of the 5 Mother Sauces

Bechamel sauce is one of the five mother sauces that every cook should know. This basic kitchen skill begins with a blonde roux, which is butter and flour cooked together, then milk is added to turn it into a rich sauce. A good Bechamel sauce is key to making creamy casseroles, mac and cheese, lasagna […]
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How to Make Hollandaise Sauce – 1 of the 5 Mother Sauces

Hollandaise sauce is one of the five mother sauces that every cook should know. Using a double boiler, a whisk, egg yolks, lemon juice, and lots of butter, you will learn the best technique to control the heat and make a buttery and luscious sauce. === The 5 Mother Sauces === How to Make a […]

How to Make Tomato Sauce – 1 of the 5 Mother Sauces

Tomato sauce is one of the five mother sauces that every cook should know. This tomato sauce recipe is easy to make and all you need is a few basic ingredients and some patience. Whether using fresh or canned tomatoes, this method of cooking in the oven will give you the starter sauce to build […]
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How to Make a Simple Vinaigrette | Basic Kitchen Skills

Cheaper and healthier than store-bought salad dressing, a simple vinaigrette is a snap to make at home. It’s great on greens, vegetables and fruits. This basic skill teaches you the steps to balance flavors by using different vinegars, oils, herbs and spices. === 🍽🍸🥩 RECIPE === 2 egg yolks (1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard or […]
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How to Make Veloute Sauce – 1 of the 5 Mother Sauces

Veloute sauce is one of the five mother sauces that every cook should know. This basic kitchen skill begins with a blonde roux, which is butter and flour cooked together, then stock is added to turn it into a velvety sauce. === The 5 Mother Sauces === How to Make a Bechamel Sauce – https://youtu.be/naONPKHbp50 […]

Homemade Chimichurri Sauce: A Flavor Explosion in 5 Minutes

Craving a burst of fresh flavor? My chimichurri sauce recipe is insanely quick and easy to make! Packed with vibrant herbs and a hint of spice, it’s the perfect condiment to elevate any dish. === RECIPE === 1 bunch (140g) flat leaf parsley, tough stems trimmed 2 tablespoons fresh oregano 1 small shallot 1 jalapeño, […]