Kitchen Logic

A bamboo steamer basket cooks food gently over simmering water, keeping textures tender and flavors clean.

For ants in the kitchen, seal entries, clean scent trails, and use slow-acting baits before deep prevention.

Keep eggs at 40°F (4°C) or below in their carton on a shelf; use within 3–5 weeks.

Bake cod at 400°F (204°C) until the center hits 145°F; most fillets take 10–15 minutes.

Cookie baking temperature: 350°F (175°C) suits most batches; 325°F yields softer centers, 375°F gives crisper edges and deeper color.

A medium banana packs carbs, fiber, potassium, vitamin B6, and smaller amounts of many others in a low-fat, convenient package.

A medium banana contains about 27 grams of carbohydrates; size, ripeness, and preparation change the final number.

Bamboo shoots bring clean crunch, mild sweetness, and saucy absorption that keeps chow mein balanced, lively, and satisfying.

Balsamic vinegar in cooking adds sweet-tangy depth—use it for dressings, glazes, pan sauces, marinades, reductions, and quick veggie or fruit finishes.

Balsamic vinaigrette is a simple oil-and-vinegar dressing made with balsamic vinegar, extra-virgin olive oil, and a few pantry seasonings.