A famous South American fried chicken chain wanted to look closer at our Collectramatic® Pressure Fryers. The owner had heard about Collectramatic but had never tested one. His purchasing manager pointed out our price compared to their current brand. We aimed to match their current process and texture and reduce maintenance costs. Their current fryer […]
Summer is, by far, my favorite time of year. The sun is out. Birds are chirping. Flowers are blooming. Millions of people emerge from hibernation for the great outdoors. To me, there are three things that truly signal the summer: baseball, beer, and BBQ. Today we are focusing on the king of grill toppers, ribs!
It is easy to cook the perfect turkey in a CVap® oven. There are so many sensory delights to appreciate in a properly roasted turkey. The skin should have a consistent golden brown hue. The perfect turkey has a crisp texture that is audible when met with a knife. The breast meat should be tender
Clearly, barbecue is very hot right now! We follow two websites for great information about BBQ and food techniques. Undoubtedly, the best resource for BBQ is Amazing Ribs. Likewise, for technique (especially sous vide), it’s Chef Steps. While browsing Chef Steps we found a method for “Apartment Ribs.” Basically, the ribs are salted, bagged, and
Focaccia bread (Italian pronunciation: [foˈkattʃa]) is one of the most versatile breads. The bread can be baked thick or thin, and the endless array of topping choices compounds flavors in complex ways. Focaccia can be used in many ways, including as a pizza base, sandwich bread, or even as a cake. Some folks are unaware
When you were a kid in school, you probably didn’t give much thought to learning about your future career from the lunchroom. I’d be willing to bet that your school district didn’t have a culinary program either, or street tacos at school. Times have changed. Students line up to try the street tacos. This is
Can we make tempered chocolate in a CVap® Cook and Hold Oven? We love chocolate, and it got us thinking: What a fun experiment to play with! Tempering Chocolate There are many ways to temper chocolate, some more involved than others. No matter which method you choose, precision temperature is of the utmost importance. Whether you use
The Cuban sandwich has made its way onto menus across the country. It’s an iconic Florida favorite, with its origins in Cuban culture. Here is a simple version, with some added ingredients. We’ve added herbs to the marinade, which is optional. When you order a Cuban sandwich, the meat can be dry and overcooked. Let’s
With a side dish like Tantalizing and Tasty Ranchero Beans from a district like Brantley County Schools in Georgia, you can’t go wrong. There’s been a lot of talk about school nutrition, and what’s being served in cafeterias around the country. The best way to find out what’s being plated in K-12 is to actually