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It’s the Size and Shape that Counts… The Right Wine Glass can Make all the Difference

2010-03-15T10:52:00.001-07:00

As we the holiday season continues to swirl around us, the parties, gatherings and get-togethers are full of friends and family, food and of course, wine. Deep reds, crisp whites and aromatic blushes wink at us from all types and sizes of wine glasses. The key to finding the right wine glass for your next party or even your next glass of Bordeaux or Sauvignon Blanc is understanding what wine connoisseurs have always known – that the shape of glass you choose is determined by the wine you plan to pour into it.

If you plan to enjoy a high tannin red wine, then you should use a wide but high rimmed glass that will direct the wine to the center of your tongue so you experience the full flavor and body the wine has to offer. This type of wine glass is also a great vehicle for full-bodied white wines.

Ever wonder why champagne is drunk from those high-fluted glasses? The height of the glass allows the bouquet to bloom completely and allows for a complex touch on the tongue to full experience all the flavors in the drink.

Having the right glass for wine can enhance the experience you and your guests have while drinking it and allow for the flavors and texture of glass of wine to come forth. It will increase the experience and make your event or evening that much more enjoyable. Read more about how to select the right glass for your wine in our wine glass overview here.

When you are in need of a selection of wine glasses, Cooks Plus offers a durable, elegant and leadless wine glass line in our Schott Wine Glasses. We have 2 lines that we offer by Schott – Forte and Pure. These stems rival Riedel the Rolls Royce of wine stems, both of which are lead-filled.

Remember: The key today for wine glass selection is getting the right stem for the wine. The right sized opening at the top of the wine glass, the right height and shape of the bowl can make all the difference in your wine drinking experience.

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Thai Red Curry Chicken

2010-03-12T09:30:00.001-08:00

Thai Red Curry Chicken

To save yourself extra work and create the best dishes, always use the best cookware and the right cooking tools. Use the 7″ Santoku Knife and the 3 Quart Sautoir to create Thai Red Curry Chicken.

Some great ideas for Santoku Knives:

i. Shun Classic Kershaw 7 inch Hollow Ground Santoku http://www.cooksplus.com/shun-classic-kershaw-7-inch-hollow-ground-santoku-p-1015.html

ii. Wusthof Classic 7 inch Santoku Hollow Edge Knife: http://www.cooksplus.com/wusthof-classic-7-inch-santoku-hollow-edge-knife-p-1093.html

Two great 3 Quart Sautoirs for your recipe prep:

i. Emerilware 12 inch Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron from All-Clad, http://www.cooksplus.com/emerilware-12-inch-preseasoned-cast-iron- from-allclad-p-852.html or

ii. All Clad 3 qt. Stainless Steel Saute Pan with Lid: http://www.cooksplus.com/all-clad-3-qt-stainless-steel-saute-pan-with-lid-p-1031.html

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One of the most popular international cuisines to emerge in recent years is the cuisine of Thailand. The bold and exotic flavors of Thai cuisine include a number of ingredients that recur throughout its recipes, with one of the most popular being curry paste. Thai-style curry pastes are now available in most supermarkets.

Directions

Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until translucent, 5-7 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until aromatic, about 2 minutes.

Add the red curry paste, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Stir to coat the onions and garlic evenly with the curry paste. Add the chicken and potatoes to the pan and stir to coat evenly with the curry paste. Add the chicken broth to the pan and bring to a simmer. Simmer until the potatoes are tender, 15-20 minutes.

Transfer the chicken and potatoes to a heated platter and cover to keep warm while completing the sauce.

Add the coconut milk, brown sugar, and lemon zest and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly. Taste and season the sauce with salt and pepper. Add the slurry in gradually, until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.

Add the basil and the mint. Add the chicken and the potatoes back to the pan and stir to coat them thoroughly with the sauce.

Serve the curry on heated plates over a bed of steamed rice. Garnish each plate with 2 tablespoons of green onion and 1 tablespoon of toasted coconut.

Nutrition information per fritter:

636 calories, 22.5 g protein, 107 g carbohydrate, 13 g. fat, 40 mg. cholesterol, 422.5 mg. sodium

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So Many Cast-Iron Cookware Options, so Little Understanding as to Why?

2010-03-10T13:36:00.001-08:00

So Many Cast-Iron Cookware Options, so Little Understanding as to Why?

You remember your grandmother cooking everything from pineapple-upside down-cake to crispy-edged pancakes in it and even transferring the pan from the stovetop to the oven to finish off a batch of diced potatoes. That cast-iron skillet was always being used. Why, when it was such a heavy and unattractive tool did it serve such a high post in many kitchens in past generations?

The same reason that every chef has a few pieces of cast-iron cookware as part of their kitchen arsenal. What does your run of the mill fabulous chef see as the perks of this type of cookware?

It is a natural non-stick surface when seasoned correctly before use.

It can be transferred from stove to oven and back again to complete a recipe in one pan.

It will last for not only your lifetime, but if well cared for, for generations.

It will not warp and can be scrubbed clean with relative ease by hand.

It holds heat evenly over the entire pan surface better than any other type of cookware.

All this being said, there is no real need to have an entire set of cast-iron cookware in your kitchen. The weight and cumbersome style does not fit easily into many cabinets in bulk sets, nor are all pieces useful. However, think of it as a specialty tool to be used for specific recipes or food types, and you’ll be able to see it as the precision instrument that it really is.

Instead of a full set, a cooking enthusiast would most want to have a cast-iron round or oval Dutch oven/roasting pan and a deep sided fry pan. This will insure you have the best cooking vessel for preparing stews/roasts. And then a large fry pan like most every grandparent had in their kitchen for making the best southern fried chicken.

On a healthier side of cooking, cast-iron cookware provides a naturally-non-stick surface that will allow you to cook all of your meats and sides without any additional fats. You’ll be able to feed your family and your friends a fat-free diet for years to come.

Cooks Plus offers three levels and makes of cast-iron cookware. Peruse our offerings to find the perfect additions your existing cookware sets. Its use is wide.

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2010-02-10T08:18:00.000-08:00

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CooksPlus Heats Things Up in Kitchenware with their New Website Launch

2009-12-19T12:19:00.000-08:00

The Web, December 15, 2009 – CooksPlus launched a new website to support their culinary retail store on Hilton Head Island. The new site boasts improved features including:

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The new website continues the trend of excellence in customer service that CooksPlus is known for in the kitchenware industry. The CooksPlus website is a great resource for anyone who loves to cook. With three decades of experience in housewares, they are experts on kitchenware quality and design. Offering an entire library of can’t miss gourmet recipes that were granted through The Culinary Institute of America, Cooks Plus provides professional food preparation tips and techniques, helpful buying guides, and bridal and gift registry services. For any culinary questions not answered on the site, cooks of any skill level can call their toll-free number for assistance.

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Located on Hilton Head Island, SC, CooksPlus has a long history of offering top quality kitchenware merchandise and accessories to their clientele. With a team of culinary experts and chefs on staff, the company offers the best brands, the must-have tools and equipment that save cooking enthusiasts time and ensure perfect results, including those hard-to-find items that elevate meals and entertaining to a whole new level.

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