Kitchen Logic

Pronounce “beurre manié” as /bœʁ ma.nje/, roughly “burr mahn-YAY” in French cooking terms.

Use 1 teaspoon Better Than Bouillon per 8 oz hot water; whisk to dissolve for instant broth or stir small dabs into sauces, grains, and marinades.

Yes, refrigerated Better Than Bouillon stays good until the lid’s Best By date; never freeze it and always keep the jar chilled.

Yes, mashed potatoes freeze well for 2–3 months of best quality when cooled fast and packed airtight at 0°F.

Yes, homemade clam chowder freezes safely when cooled fast, packed airtight, and reheated gently.

Yes, you can freeze fudge for best quality up to 2–3 months, and airtight wrapping with slow thawing protects fudge texture.

Yes, fish chowder freezes for up to 2–3 months; chill fast, pack air-tight, and reheat to 165°F for best safety and texture.

Yes—clam chowder can be frozen for 2–3 months when cooled fast, packed airtight, and reheated gently to preserve texture.

Yes, you can freeze cake pops; for best quality, stash them well-wrapped for 1–3 months depending on coating and fillings.

Yes, sprouted potatoes are only safe after trimming sprouts and green areas; discard ones that taste bitter, feel soft, or are heavily sprouted.