M: Make pizza sauce out of store bought tagu

G: To make pizza sauce from store-bought pasta sauce like Tagu (assuming you mean a tomato-based sauce), follow these steps:

Ingredients:

Instructions:

  1. Heat olive oil in a small pan over medium heat.
  2. Add the Tagu sauce and stir.
  3. Mix in the oregano, basil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Let it simmer for 5-10 minutes to thicken and allow flavors to meld.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning. Add sugar if the sauce is too acidic.

Let it cool before spreading on your pizza!

M: Kohlrabi substitute?

G: Good substitutes for kohlrabi include:

  1. Broccoli stems – Similar texture and mild flavor.
  2. Cabbage – Offers a comparable flavor, especially in salads or slaws.
  3. Turnips – Similar texture when cooked, though slightly more bitter.
  4. Radishes – Spicier but close in texture when used raw.
  5. Jicama – Crunchy and slightly sweet, great for raw applications.

Choose based on the dish and whether it's cooked or raw.

M: Approx volume in cups of 12 oz of blackberries

G: Twelve ounces of blackberries is approximately 2 to 2.5 cups, depending on the size of the berries and how tightly they're packed.

M: Turn honey into hot honey

G: To make hot honey, follow these simple steps:

Ingredients:

Instructions:

  1. In a small saucepan, combine honey and chili flakes.
  2. Heat the mixture on low for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Do not boil.
  3. If using, add the apple cider vinegar and stir.
  4. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
  5. Strain out the chili flakes for a smoother honey, or leave them in for extra heat.

Store in a jar and use as a spicy-sweet topping!

M: Reheat calamari in air fryer?

G: To reheat calamari in an air fryer:

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Arrange the calamari in a single layer in the basket to ensure even reheating.
  3. Heat for 3-5 minutes, checking halfway through to avoid overcooking and toughness.

This method helps maintain crispiness!