Malynn's Cooking with Grace

Here’s how to make your stainless steel pan “non-stick” and the science behind. The unique properties that make stainless steel corrosion-resistant also make it a poor conductor of heat compared to other metals. Even though stainless steel appears to have a smooth exterior, it is porous and contains minuscule bumps and grooves. Preheating the pan helps to close some of these pores. A problem with adding oil to a cold stainless-steel skillet is that the center heats up faster than the perimeter, pushing the oil toward the edges. The oil heats unevenly, and a thin layer of oil will remain in the center and overheat, causing the pan to become sticky and food to burn or stick. Additionally, oil flavor can degrade the longer it's in the pan. Proper preheating ensures oil can quickly transfer heat from the pan to your food. By preheating your skillet and allowing it to heat uniformly before adding the oil, you can ensure that the oil heats evenly and creates a protective layer between the pan and your food. This layer acts as a barrier, preventing the food from sticking to the pan and ensuring even cooking. Start by preheating your pan. Sprinkle a little water on it. The pan is ready if the water forms beads that dance around the pan. If the water bubbles and starts to evaporate, it's not hot enough. Add oil. Since the oil will heat quickly and evenly, it will flow better, creating an even layer around the pan. The heat from the oil will start to denature (break down) the proteins in the egg whites. As the proteins break down, they bond, going from a liquid to a solid. The hot oil prevents the proteins from sticking to the metal, which is what causes the egg to stick. #learntocook #foodscience #howtocook #eggs #stainlesssteel

Something new is going on at Malynn's Cooking with Grace. We are starting container growing some vegetables. Come along with me as I learn how to grow, store and cook with new veggies and herbs. I would love to hear your tips, recipes and questions too.

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🚨🚨 UPDATE: when I shared this hack, I did not know about some of the possible dangers involved. I try to share great ideas and hacks but I will also acknowledge when I don’t get it right. Read about more why this isn’t a good idea here: https://health.clevelandclinic.org/how-to-store-avocados-safely/amp/

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I BET YOU DIDN’T KNOW THIS!! #cookingreels #kitchenhacks #lifehacking #foodhacks #lifehacks #cookinghacks #cookingtips

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Meal Prep Monday: Ep. 6 🫐🥬🥕 Say goodbye 👋 to soggy produce languishing in plastic bags in the back of your fridge. Ready to transform your fridge from a produce graveyard 🪦 to a flourishing garden? 🪴 ASPARAGUS: Wash, chop 1/2 inch off the ends, store upright in a jar with a little bit of water 💦 and covered with a plastic bag in the fridge. Refresh water regularly. BLUEBERRIES 🫐 Wash blueberries in a bowl of water with a splash of @ForceofNatureClean to kill any bacteria. Dry completely, and store in a towel-lined container without a lid in the fridge. DILL AND ROSEMARY 🪴 Liberate from containers, trim the ends, pull off scrappy pieces at the bottom, place in a glass with a little water water like a bouquet of flowers 💐, and store in the fridge. Refresh water regularly. Follow for more life-changing tips! xo, Michelle Cehn 👩🏼‍🌾