Heidi Billotto, a Charlotte-based culinary expert, writes about food, restaurants, and food-centric travel for regional magazines, newspapers, blogs & websites. In addition, Heidi conducts private in-home or office cooking classes for corporate team building & social gatherings. Follow her culinary adventures at HeidiBillottoFood.com.
Traditional milk-washing calls for straining everything through a cheesecloth-lined bowl. For a simpler approach, grab the same pour-over coffee filters you use for your morning brew. Set one in a pour-over cone, place it over a jar or bottle, and let gravity do the work. It still takes time, but the setup is tidier, and perfect for crafting cocktails and mocktails at home.
Whether you're baking, making a sauce, or whipping up a creamy dessert, real dairy products like whole or nonfat milk, heavy cream, and half-and-half bring that rich taste and smooth mouthfeel we all love. But what if you’re after another texture—something with a little crunch?
A good sauce can take any dish to the next level—whether for dipping, drizzling over grilled meats, or topping rice and potatoes. With the right ingredients, it’s easy to keep these dairy-based sauces creamy, delicious, and lactose-free. This easy-to-follow guide starts with a master recipe for a basic lactose-free béchamel; and then follows up with three delicious variations: Mornay, Velouté, and Creamy Curry Sauce.
Who doesn’t love bread and butter? If you follow social media at all, you, no doubt, have seen the infamous butter candle video…
With our attention recently turned to England and the memories of Her Majesty, the late Queen Elizabeth II, we’ve become inspired by all things British, especially afternoon tea time…
Looking for a cool, new way to give kids the daily dairy they need? They’ll love a fruit latte. It’s fun to make and easy to enjoy…
Looking for a fun and dairy delicious way to perk up a springtime breakfast or brunch? Bake your morning eggs into a frittata laced with cheese…
Photo courtesy of Heidi Billotto Pimento Cheese, the classic mix of cheddar, mayonnaise, and pimentos, is front and center each spring…
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There’s no better way to start the day than with the nutritious combo of oatmeal and milk…