How do you know when to pick your zucchini?

Chef's answer
Pick It: About 45-55 days after you plant, you should notice your plants starting to bloom. Make sure to look under the big leaves as it's easy for zucchini to "hide!" The early, small squash (about 6 inches) are the most tender and flavorful, and picking frequently can lead to a larger crop..
Frequently asked Questions 🎓
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Our red king crab is the most desirable of King Crab legs with the most delicate and sweet meat. King crab is typically sized by "count," or how many legs make 10 lbs. For example, a size "12-14" king crab contains between 12 and 14 legs per 10 lbs. of crab (claws aren't counted in this measurement).
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To select a good cut, first make sure the meat has a deep red color. Avoid graying meat, as that likely means the cut has been refrigerated for too long. You should also look out for a nice layer of fat over the meat. Note that the meat will shrink as you cook, so pick up generous portions.
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Live lobsters should be feisty, not sluggish or listless, and they should feel heavy for their size. When you lift them, their tails should curl and they should flail at you with their claws. For chefs who want to use just the lobster meat, buying fresh, frozen or blanched lobster meat might be the best option.
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Raw swordfish steaks should show a whorling pattern in the meat and be firm with no dull or discolored skin. The raw meat will vary in color from a white/ivory look to a pink/orange color of meat. Once the swordfish is cooked it will be beige looking..
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You can keep our ham refrigerated and enjoy it up to 4 or 5 days later, or safely freeze your HoneyBaked ham for up to 45 days and thaw it in the refrigerator a day or two in advance..
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A: No, nose picking is not a sign of worms (although it can cause reinfection).
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A few more cooking questions 📍

How do you keep crabs fresh overnight?

For the brief time that you're going to store them, put them in an open container lined with wet newspaper, in the fridge or a cooler. "The trick is to keep them moist, not wet, and cool," says Stavis. Keep fresh crabmeat refrigerated and eat within two days of buying it, or else freeze it.

Is tofu considered a processed food?

Processed foods: When ingredients such as oil, sugar or salt are added to foods and they are packaged, the result is processed foods. Examples are simple bread, cheese, tofu, and canned tuna or beans. These foods have been altered, but not in a way that's detrimental to health..

How do you steam lobster on the stove?

Bring the water to a boil over high heat. Add two lobsters, more if the pot is large enough, then cover the pot and return the water to a boil. Decrease the heat to medium or medium-low to maintain a vigorous simmer and steam the lobsters until they turn bright red, 13 to 15 minutes.

How do you cook marinated steak without burning it?

The short answer is just take it off the heat when it starts to burn and preheat the pan with oil. A general rule is you want to pre heat the pan with oil first. As others have pointed out there are somethings you dont do this with, but for meat your going to want to use oil most of the time..

How can you tell if a ham is done without a thermometer?

If you don't have a meat thermometer handy, fully cooked ham should show signs of grain boundary separation similar to other meats like beef where using two forks to pull the meat apart perpendicular to the grain should cause the grain to easily separate..

Can tilapia survive in tap water?

Tilapia are freshwater fish and have been grown successfully in conditioned tap water..

What is the difference between yellow potatoes and russet potatoes?

Yukon Gold potatoes have finely flaked yellowish-white skin with light yellow flesh. They're bright, vegetal and slightly sweet, with a smooth, slightly waxy texture and moist flesh. ... Idaho Russet potatoes are russet-skinned with white flesh. They're what we typically imagine when we think of potatoes.

Does halibut dry out?

Be careful with halibut.

Are all spiral hams precooked?

Since spiral hams are already fully cooked, you basically just want to warm it through, infuse it with flavor, and crisp up the edges, all while avoiding drying it out. Stick to 10 to 12 minutes per pound. Place your ham in a deep, heavy pot and tent with foil.

How long does wild rice soup last in the fridge?

3-4 daysRefrigerate: Cover and store in the fridge for 3-4 days. Freezer: Though you can freeze leftover soup the cream in it may separate and become a little grainy.

What is the difference between yeast and baking powder?

Yeast: What's the Difference? Although both baking powder and yeast are ingredients often used in baking, they aren't the same. Baking powder is a chemical leavening agent, whereas yeast is a live, single-celled organism, Tracy Wilk, lead chef at the Institute of Culinary Education, explains..

Why do you add vinegar to rice?

Add a teaspoon of vinegar (apple cider or white vinegar both work) to the cooking liquid of your pot of rice. The acid of the vinegar is thought to break down more of the starches inside the rice, helping each grain of rice absorb more liquid (1).

How do you store bacon in the oven?

To maximize the shelf life of cooked bacon for safety and quality, refrigerate the bacon in shallow airtight containers or wrap tightly with heavy-duty aluminum foil or plastic wrap. Properly stored, cooked bacon will last for 4 to 5 days in the refrigerator..
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