We at Tiny New York Kitchen get it! Especially during the holidays you don’t want to ruin a good piece of meat. Here are some general guidelines for producing the best results for your holiday meal. Remove meat from the refrigerator at least an hour before roasting so it can come closer to room temperature. […]
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A Favorite St. Patrick’s Day Dish
It’s that time of year again, in America, when the beer turns green and the aroma of corned beef and cabbage fills the air. The dish is so comforting, but just what is corned beef? The term has nothing to do with corn, but was the English term for a small granule, such as a […]
How To Roast Beef
Standing Beef Rib Roast How Much To Buy: A 54 to 5 Pound Roast Serves 8 to 10 Keep meat at room temperature for an hour or so. Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Rub roast with lots of olive oil, cracked peppercorns, minced garlic, kosher salt, and 2 tablespoons of an herb or spice rub, […]
Food That Boost Energy Levels
It’s January and many of us are working towards our health goals. Choosing foods that give us energy are important in keeping on track. Some foods that boost energy levels include cashews, chicken, salmon, and beans. Cashews Cashews are high in magnesium and help to convert sugar into energy. Magnesium deficiency can lead to low […]
Keep It Light
Generally animal products are higher in fat than plant foods, but it’s not necessary to cut out all meat and dairy products to keep your fat intake reasonable. Low-fat dairy foods, lean and well trimmed meat, and skinless poultry provide the same amounts of vitamins and minerals as their fattier counterparts. Skinless poultry, fish, dry […]
Holiday Menu Ideas
Everyone who’s cooking for the holidays wonders what he or she should make for the holidays. I like to keep it simple and typically follow the “don’t experiment on your guests” rule. Hors D’oeuvres Mini Crab Cakes With Remoulade Sauce Cold Seafood Platter (Lobster Tails, Jumbo Shrimp, Jumbo Lump Crab Meat) Stuffed Mushrooms (Crab, Sausage, […]
Tips For Cooking Grass-Fed Beef
Tips For Cooking Grass-Fed Beef Many of us are eating grass-fed beef as a healthier choice. Grass-fed beef is a leaner choice and has a more favorable ration of omega fatty acids. Preserving moisture and enhancing the flavor are easy to do. For tender steaks, marinate 4 to 6 hours before cooking. For juicy burgers, […]
Got Umami?
Umami is considered the fifth flavor (after sweet, sour, salty, and bitter). Umami is difficult to define, but is “something” that makes a meal memorable. Often used by chefs, umami is a rich, savory taste imparted by the amino acid glutamate and ribonucleotides-molecules containing the sugar ribose that are components of RNA – that occur […]
Gilling Bison
Whenever I come across bison at the butchers I snap it up right away. It’s so much leaner than beef, which I like. I love to grill it and serve with a green salad and corn on the cob. I made sure to marinade these bison steaks a good 24 hours to ensure that they […]
Slow-Cooker Meat Cuts
Slow-Cooker Meat Cuts It’s winter and there’s nothing quite like coming home to a hot meal. You count on your slow-cooker for delicious, almost no effort dinners and it can be tempting to throw just about any ingredients into these amazing appliances. BUT for the tastiest results, you need to know which meats do best […]
Tips from Victoria
Fruit & Olive Oil
Drizzling olive oil over savory fruits like tomatoes is second nature, but put it on sweet fruit and people start to think you’re crazy. Consider this: Olive and watermelons are both fruits, and just as vegetable-driven salads need fat to balance salt and acid, fruit salads crave the mouth-coating richness of oil to complement their sweetness and acidity. Olive oil is ideal since it brings a sharp aromatic flavor of its own that carries other savory ingredients, like nutty sharp cheeses and spicy sauce. Look for lighter, grassy oils to avoid overwhelming your fruits, but even a bold, peppery one can play nice with whatever you care to throw at it. Read More
