Is there a good non-alcohol substitute for Bourbon?

Surprisingly, most of the recommended substitutes for bourbon have already been used in this recipe.  If you have to refrain from alcohol or don’t want to use bourbon, these are all good substitutes for various reasons.  Many of them are already in this recipe so you...

Does alcohol really burn off during cooking?

I’ve always heard that all alcohol “burns off” during the cooking process but that is not completely true.  The amount of alcohol that remains in a dish after cooking really depends on how the food was cooked and for how long. Here’s a general guide to how alcohol...

What is the alcohol content in bourbon?

The standard alcohol content for bourbon is about 40%. That means that the beverage is 40% pure alcohol and the remaining 60% consists of water and other components. Note that the exact alcohol content can vary among different brands. Cask-strength or barrel-proof...

How many calories are there in bourbon?

There are about 540 calories in one cup of bourbon. For the one-quarter cup used in this recipe, there are approximately 135 calories in the bourbon. In this recipe for two, that means about 68 calories per person. Note that this can vary by brand but this is a good...

How to cut spaghetti squash?

I’m always asked how to cut a spaghetti squash.  And truthfully, it can be challenging the first time.  But, I’ve got some tips to help you get that squash cut.  First, make sure you are using a very sharp chef’s knife.  Sharpen it.  Second, use my microwave tip.  I...