cooking with wine Archives - thedancingcucumber.com thedancingcucumber.com Thu, 31 Aug 2023 12:46:35 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 Here’s What to Do With Leftover Wine https://thedancingcucumber.com/heres-what-to-do-with-your-leftover-wine/ Fri, 01 Sep 2023 10:59:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=8222 We know what you’re thinking: leftover wine, what’s that? If a wine isn’t good enough to drink, it certainly isn’t good enough to put in your food. But just in case you find a few drops that didn’t make it into your glass, here are some fabulous things that your Merlot or Riesling can be […]

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]]> We know what you’re thinking: leftover wine, what’s that? If a wine isn’t good enough to drink, it certainly isn’t good enough to put in your food. But just in case you find a few drops that didn’t make it into your glass, here are some fabulous things that your Merlot or Riesling can be used for.

Sauces and Stews

American comedian, W.C. Fields, is known to have said, “I cook with wine. Sometimes I even add it to the food!” Wine is the perfect addition to sauces and stews as it adds body and flavor, and can also be used for de-glazing.

Homemade Vinegar

Both red and white wines can be used to make vinegar, depending which you prefer. A fair bit of patience is required as the alcohol needs about eight weeks to ferment, but once it has, you can make your very own vinaigrette from scratch.

Poached Pears

If you’re seeking a grown-up dessert, look no further than poached pears in wine. While red wine is traditionally used (giving the fruit a gorgeous pink hue), you can choose to go lighter with a dessert wine like Moscato.

Wine Gummies

Who said sweets are just for children? If you’re an adult with a sweet tooth, you’ll adore this version. A wine of your choice or even Champagne can be used to make gummies that will be just too good to share with the kids!

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]]> Does Cooking with Wine Really Have Value? https://thedancingcucumber.com/does-cooking-with-wine-really-have-value/ Mon, 12 Oct 2020 11:35:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=5578 If you’ve done any significant amount of cooking, you’ve undoubtedly come across a recipe that calls for a splash of wine at some point. But does wine really add flavor or texture? Doesn’t the alcohol burn off once you start cooking it? Is it really just an excuse to open a bottle of wine and […]

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]]> If you’ve done any significant amount of cooking, you’ve undoubtedly come across a recipe that calls for a splash of wine at some point. But does wine really add flavor or texture? Doesn’t the alcohol burn off once you start cooking it? Is it really just an excuse to open a bottle of wine and indulge while you’re busy preparing dinner?

These are all valid questions, but the truth is that wine can do quite a bit to improve the flavor profile of your dish. Here’s how it works.

Alcohol Enhances a Food’s Natural Flavor

Although most of the alcohol does burn off in the cooking process, the molecular structure allows it to bond with the fats and water molecules in food, bringing out even more flavor and tenderizing dishes such as meats and vegetables.

The Best Flavors are Left Behind

Boozy flavors will cook off, leaving only the tastiest aspects of the wine behind. This is why it is always recommended to only cook with wine that you would drink yourself.

It Adds Balance

Wine comes in many varieties, and depending on which you use, it can help to balance out your dish. White Wines can add an acidic touch like vinegar, while buttery red wines can create a deeper, richer flavor. 

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]]> ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> cooking with wine Archives - thedancingcucumber.com thedancingcucumber.com Thu, 31 Aug 2023 12:46:35 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 Here’s What to Do With Leftover Wine https://thedancingcucumber.com/heres-what-to-do-with-your-leftover-wine/ Fri, 01 Sep 2023 10:59:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=8222 We know what you’re thinking: leftover wine, what’s that? If a wine isn’t good enough to drink, it certainly isn’t good enough to put in your food. But just in case you find a few drops that didn’t make it into your glass, here are some fabulous things that your Merlot or Riesling can be […]

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]]> We know what you’re thinking: leftover wine, what’s that? If a wine isn’t good enough to drink, it certainly isn’t good enough to put in your food. But just in case you find a few drops that didn’t make it into your glass, here are some fabulous things that your Merlot or Riesling can be used for.

Sauces and Stews

American comedian, W.C. Fields, is known to have said, “I cook with wine. Sometimes I even add it to the food!” Wine is the perfect addition to sauces and stews as it adds body and flavor, and can also be used for de-glazing.

Homemade Vinegar

Both red and white wines can be used to make vinegar, depending which you prefer. A fair bit of patience is required as the alcohol needs about eight weeks to ferment, but once it has, you can make your very own vinaigrette from scratch.

Poached Pears

If you’re seeking a grown-up dessert, look no further than poached pears in wine. While red wine is traditionally used (giving the fruit a gorgeous pink hue), you can choose to go lighter with a dessert wine like Moscato.

Wine Gummies

Who said sweets are just for children? If you’re an adult with a sweet tooth, you’ll adore this version. A wine of your choice or even Champagne can be used to make gummies that will be just too good to share with the kids!

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]]> Does Cooking with Wine Really Have Value? https://thedancingcucumber.com/does-cooking-with-wine-really-have-value/ Mon, 12 Oct 2020 11:35:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=5578 If you’ve done any significant amount of cooking, you’ve undoubtedly come across a recipe that calls for a splash of wine at some point. But does wine really add flavor or texture? Doesn’t the alcohol burn off once you start cooking it? Is it really just an excuse to open a bottle of wine and […]

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]]> If you’ve done any significant amount of cooking, you’ve undoubtedly come across a recipe that calls for a splash of wine at some point. But does wine really add flavor or texture? Doesn’t the alcohol burn off once you start cooking it? Is it really just an excuse to open a bottle of wine and indulge while you’re busy preparing dinner?

These are all valid questions, but the truth is that wine can do quite a bit to improve the flavor profile of your dish. Here’s how it works.

Alcohol Enhances a Food’s Natural Flavor

Although most of the alcohol does burn off in the cooking process, the molecular structure allows it to bond with the fats and water molecules in food, bringing out even more flavor and tenderizing dishes such as meats and vegetables.

The Best Flavors are Left Behind

Boozy flavors will cook off, leaving only the tastiest aspects of the wine behind. This is why it is always recommended to only cook with wine that you would drink yourself.

It Adds Balance

Wine comes in many varieties, and depending on which you use, it can help to balance out your dish. White Wines can add an acidic touch like vinegar, while buttery red wines can create a deeper, richer flavor. 

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