GeneralAsked Dec 09, 2023 by tonya L.
My husband can't tolerate the taste of cilantra (tastes like soap to him). What can I substitute that will have flavor? Parsley doesn't always impart quite enough flavor.
Tonya
Answered by Lynn Clark
Hi Tonya -
If you're making something that is cooked you could add ground coriander when you add garlic, onion, or spices. Coriander is the seed of the cilantro plant so their profiles will be similar however, when dried and ground, the flavor isn't as potent. Also, instead of substituting with just fresh parsley, add a a splash of lemon or lime juice. Cilantro has a grassy flavor with citrus notes so the grassiness of parsley combined with the citrus juice can replicate it better. And, depending on the dish, you could also substitute with basil or, if you can find it, Thai basil. Both of these would be good in southeast Asian dishes or tomato-based Mexican dishes.
Good luck!
Best,
The Milk Street Cooking Team
Read More GeneralAsked Nov 28, 2023 by Maxwell D.
Wondering if people have any lists of their "must have" essential cookbooks (think Julia Child's Mastering the Art of French Cooking, etc.)? Thanks!
Answered by Matthew Card
Zuni Cafe by Judy Rodgers
Spice: Arabic Flavors of the Mediterranean by Anna Sortun
Cooking by Hand by Paul Bertolli
The Last Course by Claudia Fleming
Read More GeneralAsked Nov 21, 2023 by Karen C.
I drink 2% milk and keep it in the refrigerator, along with half-and-half, at all times. Sometimes a recipe will call for whole milk, and I sub my 2% with a glug of half-and-half to up the fat content. I'd like to have a more scientific measurement than a "glug" of half-and-half to 2% milk that I can use as a substitution when recipes call for full-fat milk. What would be the correct substitution ratio?
Answered by Lynn Clark
Hi Karen -
2% milk and whole milk are so close in fat percentage (American whole milk is 3.25%) that we don’t think it makes much difference in most recipes. However, if you feel like you want to add a little extra milk fat, a couple of tablespoons of half-and-half should do it.
Best,
The Milk Street Cooking Team
Read More GeneralAsked Nov 12, 2023 by Donna S.
Can coconut sugar be substituted for plain sugar in baking, and if not, what happens? Is there a time when coconut sugar is specifically indicated?
Answered by Lynn Clark
Hi Donna -
We haven't baked with coconut sugar much here at Milk Street and baking with sugar alternatives can be tricky, but coconut sugar works pretty well in a 1-1 substitution for white, granulated sugar as long as you manage your expectations.
To understand the pitfalls of baking with coconut sugar, it’s important to understand the traditional role of sugar in baked goods. In addition to providing sweetness and flavor, refined sugar helps create structure, moistness, and chewiness. The chemical bond between sugar and water locks in moisture, creating tender cookies that are less likely to dry out.
Alt-sugars have a different chemical makeup, which frequently means they lack these useful qualities. In other words, you shouldn’t expect a cookie made with coconut sugar to behave exactly like a cookie made with refined sugar. It won't be as moist and chewy. Still, coconut sugar easily dissolves into simple syrups and creams into butter and eggs.
Best,
The Milk Street Team
Read More GeneralAsked Nov 11, 2023 by Mary R.
Hello: I would like to make the PBLSwW for a Holiday Mahjongg luncheon, however; one of the ladies is a does not eat meat, dairy or grains so the barley is a no go. Can I leave the barley out of the soup?
Answered by Lynn Clark
Hi Mary -
Since we haven't tested this with only lentils, we don't know exactly how to modify it to make sure you have the correct ratio of liquid to lentils for the pressure cooker. We would probably recommend this lentil and spinanch soup recipe instead. You can easily modify this one - just use the flavors from the fast & slow version (cook the vegetables as instructed in the fast and slow version but in the saucepan), then use the broth and lentil amounts and cooking time for the saucepan version. That would probably ensure that the lentils don't end up over- or under-cooked and/or the soup isn't too thick or thin. Hope that helps!
Best,
The Milk Street Cooking Team
Read More GeneralAsked Oct 16, 2023 by Walter F.
When I try to search the 177milkstreet website for a specific ingredient, such as raw cashews or sambal, etc., I get an "internal service error" message.
How do I find a recipe for something that I saw and whose ingredients, I only partially remember?
Answered by Lynn Clark
Hi Walter -
We are so sorry you are having issues. Please email our customer service/digital team at info@177milkstreet.com so they can assist. This board is for cooking-related questions only so we, unfortunately, don’t have the solution for you.
Best,
The Milk Street Cooking Team
Read More GeneralAsked Oct 12, 2023 by JEff T.
How do i locate them?
Answered by Lynn Clark
Hi Jeff -
If you click on “Account” on the top right of your screen you will find all of your saved recipes.
Best,
The Milk Street Cooking Team
Read More GeneralAsked Oct 10, 2023 by John E.
Hi I just watched the bean live stream but I arrived late . is there a way to watch a recording of the zoom event? I am an insider member. thanks John Easton
Answered by Lynn Clark
Hi John -
This board is only for cooking-related questions. I will send your question along to the cooking school team and they will reach out to you directly. For a quicker response in the future, it’s best to email info@177milkstreet.com directly.
Best,
The Milk Street Cooking Team
Read More GeneralAsked Aug 27, 2023 by Dana W.
I'm one of those genetic unfortunates that doesn't like the metallic, soapy taste of cilantro. Would sorrel be a good substitute? If not, what would?
Thanks for any ideas.
Dana Waid
Answered by Lynn Clark
Hi Dana -
If you're making something that is cooked you could add ground coriander when you add garlic, onion, or spices. Coriander is the seed of the cilantro plant so their profiles will be similar however, when dried and ground, the flavor isn't as potent. Also, instead of substituting with just fresh parsley, add a a splash of lemon or lime juice. Cilantro has a grassy flavor with citrus notes so the grassiness of parsley combined with the citrus juice can replicate it better. And, depending on the dish, you could also substitute with basil or, if you can find it, Thai basil. Both of these would be good in southeast Asian dishes or tomato-based Mexican dishes.
Good luck!
Best,
The Milk Street Cooking Team
Read More GeneralAsked Jul 20, 2023 by Robert S.
Hello,
As a Charter Subscriber and Insider, I have received Special Year End publications for 2020, and 2021, but I did not receive an Issue for 2022. Was this discontinued? I really like this idea.
Thank you
Robert.
Answered by Lynn Clark
Hi Robert -
Since this board is for cooking questions only, the customer service team doesn’t monitor it. You will get a quicker response if you email them directly at info@177milkstreet.com.
Best,
The Milk Street Team
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