Just a few questions
#19486 - 09/03/03 10:29 AM
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Lana_Marie
Reged: 01/31/03
Posts: 1968
Loc: Saskatchewan. Canada
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OK - so I have been plunging into this cooking thing lately, but seem to have alot of questions.
There are items I can't find, either because we don't have them here or because I don't know what they are....I hope ya'll can help me out  I also have a few general cooking questions.
1) How is balsamic vinegar different from apple cider vinegar or regular vinegar?
2) Is sesame oil like a Canola Oil or Vegetable Oil? Can it be subbed with anything?
3) Has anyone found Toufutti brands in Canada?
4) Is there anyway of steaming vegetables without owning a steamer?
5) What is chutney?
6) Can we use packaged spices in recipes that call for fresh spices? Ie: Rosemary, Oregano etc. If so, does the measurements remain the same or do they change? If they change in what way?
7) Do you need a garlic press to use garlic or just chopping it up ok? I have just found it to be pretty strong by just chopping and wanted to know everyones thoughts on this.
8) Can cilantro always be subbed with parsley? I noticed in Sharon Mello's "Baked Shrimp in Lemony Garlic Sauce" recipe she subs the one for the other.
9) What is tarragon? What does it look like? Where do you find it?
Thank you all so very very much in advance. I appreciate you all helping me out. I have no idea about these things and really wanted to try a few recipes.
Thanks
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Lana_Marie
Proud Mommy to Bentley Taylor
Born May 12, 2004 9lbs, 3oz
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* Canola oil has no taste and sesame is very strong tasting. I personally don't like it.
*Balsamic vinegar is different tasting. I believe it is aged. There may be more to it than that.
*There is a way to use dried herbs. You use less but I am not sure of the conversion. I tried it once and it was too strong.
*I find garlic is just as strong with the garlic press. It is just smaller pieces and takes less time.
That is about all I can help you with and I know it isn't much help. Sorry 
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No - that's wonderful what you did answer for me Torbetta! I appreciate it.
It's more than I knew LOL 
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Lana_Marie
Proud Mommy to Bentley Taylor
Born May 12, 2004 9lbs, 3oz
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Sorry - 1 more question...
What is the difference between silken tofu and soft tofu? Because I was unable to find silken and soft seems really soft. Is it just a texture difference or taste?
Thanks again,
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Lana_Marie
Proud Mommy to Bentley Taylor
Born May 12, 2004 9lbs, 3oz
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I have a jar of crushed garlic that I used. I believe on the jar it says 2tsps are equal to 2-3 garlic cloves or something like that. It's nice because I don't have to chop or worry about buying fresh garlic.
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- Jennifer
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Ohhh Ohhh - A girl after my heart! That would be such a time saver. Do you find it at any grocery store?
Thanks a bunch!
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Lana_Marie
Proud Mommy to Bentley Taylor
Born May 12, 2004 9lbs, 3oz
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Yup! I believe by the produce isle.. hopefully they make that sort of stuff in Canada! I use a lot of garlic and this jar has lasted me a very long time because you only use a little bit.
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- Jennifer
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Glad to see i'm not the only one new to cooking!
Tarragon is a herb,often recommended to be used with fish dishes.You should find it with all your dried/fresh herbs in your supermarket.
Luckily my sister got me a steamer recently,but i think there is a way to do it in the microwave,not entirely sure how.I used to have a wooden steamer bowl,kinda looked like a round fruit bowl,that i put on top of a saucepan with boiling water. I got it in the kitchen section of a department store!Much cheaper than buying electric steamer!Was under £10,but that was sterling,not sure what that would be in dollars.
As for the tofu,bit puzzled with that myself.Only one i know what to do with are the tofu pieces!
Am not sure that i've been of much help,but i certainly have waffled on!
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Thank you for responding....you have been a great help too. Would tarragon be like tarter sauce or is it a herb?
Thanks!
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Lana_Marie
Proud Mommy to Bentley Taylor
Born May 12, 2004 9lbs, 3oz
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AR:
I'll have to check for it....that's good it lasts a long time - I'm kinda cheap like that - I like to have things seem like I get my monies worth.
Thanks a bunch!
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Lana_Marie
Proud Mommy to Bentley Taylor
Born May 12, 2004 9lbs, 3oz
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