If you're looking to fill your food warming cabinets with seasonal fare, fall is one of the best times to do so. Warm, savory dinners cooked with fresh seasonal ingredients hit the spot in a special way at this time of year.
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What we mean by that is that not every recipe can withstand holding in an electric food warmer. Due to many factors--such as the integrity of the ingredients and the temperatures at which they retain optimal quality--, some dishes just withstand the holding process better than others.
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Cooking individual ingredients before you add them to a larger, more complex dish is how you get great flavors from a small array of ingredients — that's commercial cooking 101. Doing all of your prep work in the mornings, which includes a lot of washing, chopping, and starting to cook, can make sure you have plenty of time to extract those flavors before the orders start rolling in. While your staff knows not to leave the meat out all day, vegetables can be a little more questionable. Keep these hazards in mind as you cook throughout the day:
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Feeding a crowd. That task may sound daunting to some people, but for caterers, it's literally all in a day's work. That's because caterers specialize in filling their hot food warmers with plentiful side dishes.
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In spring, we tend to think of lighter fare. White meats, vegetables, and cold salads tend to dominate menus. If you're looking for something light for your entree but aren't partial to chicken or pork, consider one of the following fish options.
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Commercial cooking is a game of driving down distractions. The dishes that can sit and do their own thing are some of the most reliable staples in your kitchen. But even reliable stews and broths can start to throw a wrench in the works if things don't go just right. Make sure you're using equipment — not people — to minimize these four potential problems:
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One of the delightful aspects of stewing food is that the process is long, slow, and relatively hassle-free. Many stewing recipes are of the "set it and forget it" variety. This makes them especially alluring during the fall season when cool outdoor temperatures make us long to keep our homes warm, cozy, and full of fragrant smells all day long.
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As winter continues to wrap us in her icy embrace, we're all in the mood for some warm winter soups to help us beat the chill. This late in the season, though, you may find yourself in somewhat of a soup rut. Instead of staying there, consider changing it up with one of these hearty options.
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What do beginners need to know about cooking and holding food? Quite a bit, as it turns out. If you're looking to grasp the basics quickly, you have come to the right spot. In the post below, we've put together the most essential facts to get you started.
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Here at Thermodyne Foodservice Products, Inc., we carry a full line of food warmers for commercial, industrial, and institutional kitchens. We offer premium tools for any kitchen planning to cook and hold food in large batches - perfectly suited for your braised menu items!
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About Thermodyne Foodservice Products: Founded in 1987, Thermodyne Food Service Products, Inc. specializes in the manufacturing of both countertop and full-sized slow cook and hold ovens. Each unit features Thermodyne’s patented Fluid Shelf Technology, in which low-temperature heat is transferred throughout each shelf rather than through the air. This not only ensures food quality and safety but also allows food products to be held for extended periods. Contact us today to find out about the incredible flexibility and serving capabilities made possible by Fluid Shelf Technology. For more information, call 888-310-7352 or visit www.tdyne.com.
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The holidays can be a hectic time. Even apart from the busyness of the season, those of us who work in foodservice find our time-stretched even thinner. Not only must we keep up with all the expected shopping, outings, and activities; but we must also prepare delicious food for parties, get-togethers, and holiday-themed meals.
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Not all dishes stand up well in a hot food holding cabinet. Fortunately, we've taken time here at the cusp of the holiday season to scour the web and bring you the best savory turkey recipes that work well in just such conditions.
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