Welcome to Just Like Granny’s Kitchen!
Hey there, I'm Ashton, but you might know me as "JustLikeGranny" on social media. I'm all about food, and I mean, who isn't, right?
I cook up a storm, and I love turning everyday stuff into tasty, mouthwatering dishes. But here's the cool part—I team up with companies to make cooking even more exciting.
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Egg Fried Rice Recipe
I absolutely love Flavorful Egg Fried Rice! I'm pleased to share a favorite recipe! It's easy to make and full of delectable tastes. It's delicious! It's ideal for weeknights when you want a cooked supper but don't have time to cook. A wonderful lunch may be ready in 25 minutes. It also serves four generously, so you may feed your family or have leftovers. I use day-old rice for the best texture. This keeps my grains airy and separate. I appreciate the tenderness of separate-cooked eggs. I often add bright vegetables for color and nutrition. I love this recipe's secret sauce. I add soy sauce, oyster sauce, white pepper, and garlic powder to produce a fantastic umami-rich sauce. Prepping and stir-frying my items in a hot skillet or wok makes cooking easier. Egg fried rice—side dish or meal? It's delicious with chicken, shrimp, or tofu. As you enjoy every bite, remember the rich history and global adventure that made this comfort food.
Homemade French Fries Recipe
If you're looking for a comforting meal, I highly recommend trying out my recipe for crispy homemade French fries. They're absolutely delicious! I would like to share my tried and true recipe with you. It involves a double-frying technique that ensures the fries are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. I emphasize the importance of using the right potatoes and oil, cutting the fries into uniform sizes, boiling the potatoes to make them tender, and allowing them to dry before frying. I always like to start by cooking the first fry at a lower temperature to make sure the potatoes are fully cooked, and then I turn up the heat for the second fry to get that perfect crispy exterior. You can season your fries with salt and pepper and choose your favorite dipping sauces to enjoy them with.
Homemade Mexican Restaurant Style Tortilla Chips Recipe
You can make your own tortilla chips at home with this simple and easy-to-follow recipe shared in this blog post. You'll need corn tortillas, vegetable oil, and salt to make these delicious chips. I'll guide you through the process of preparing and frying them until they're golden and crispy. You can also try serving the chips with your favorite dips or using them as a base for nachos. I found the article to be quite interesting as it provided me with a brief history of the origins of tortilla chips. It traced them back to ancient Mesoamerican civilizations and the invention of the corn tortilla. I found your post about the history of tortilla chips really interesting! It's amazing to think that they were invented by a tortilla factory owner in Southern California in the late 1940s. I had no idea that they were originally made from misshapen tortillas that were cut into triangles and fried. I highly recommend making homemade tortilla chips! It's such a fun and easy way to enjoy a delicious snack that's crispy, flavorful, and perfect for sharing with your loved ones.