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When people are adopting SOS as part of the diet, how should we approach salt?

When people are adopting SOS as part of the diet, how should we approach salt?

Are higher-priced heirloom beans worth the cost?

Are higher-priced heirloom beans worth the cost?

What are your thoughts about freezing firm tofu? How do you use it in dishes once thawed?

What are your thoughts about freezing firm tofu? How do you use it in dishes once thawed?

I have read that that "Pros say to skip the truffle oil." What is your opinion of truffle oil? Should I skip it?

I have read that that "Pros say to skip the truffle oil." What is your opinion of truffle oil? Should I skip it?

Not being a nutritionist, how do I know that I’m putting together a balanced meal, getting all the nutrients I need from a vegan diet?

Not being a nutritionist, how do I know that I’m putting together a balanced meal, getting all the nutrients I need from a vegan diet?

I overcooked my lentils and now have lentil paste but it does have a nice flavor. I am thinking I can turn them into lentil patties, any advice on how I can save them?

I overcooked my lentils and now have lentil paste but it does have a nice flavor. I am thinking I can turn them into lentil patties, any advice on how I can save them?

What are your favorite fermented foods or drinks? Which do you eat or drink most often?

What are your favorite fermented foods or drinks? Which do you eat or drink most often?

I made the balsamic reduction 75% as directed. It became syrupy when sat in a bowl of hot water; however, when used on a salad it became toffee like. Can I mix in more of the same balsamic to fix it?

I made the balsamic reduction 75% as directed. It became syrupy when sat in a bowl of hot water; however, when used on a salad it became toffee like. Can I mix in more of the same balsamic to fix it?

What is Aquafaba?

What is Aquafaba?

I periodically make the Tempeh Bolognese Sauce from the FOK magazine that does not suggest pre-steaming. Would you recommend steaming?

I periodically make the Tempeh Bolognese Sauce from the FOK magazine that does not suggest pre-steaming. Would you recommend steaming?

I have a family member who can't have coconut (saturated fat). My substitution is almond milk w/ coconut extract. Thousands of extracts exist. Are others worth trying & how do you select quality extracts?

I have a family member who can't have coconut (saturated fat). My substitution is almond milk w/ coconut extract. Thousands of extracts exist. Are others worth trying & how do you select quality extracts?

My Sardinian flatbread turned really hard and chewy. Ideas? I cheated and used the food processor and turned it off just when it "balled" up. Did I overdo it?

My Sardinian flatbread turned really hard and chewy. Ideas? I cheated and used the food processor and turned it off just when it "balled" up. Did I overdo it?

Do you have any suggestions for how to keep food warm once it's been plated?

Do you have any suggestions for how to keep food warm once it's been plated?

Can you suggest any recipes that have special appeal to teens?

Can you suggest any recipes that have special appeal to teens?

Do you have any WFPB recipe recommendations for beginner home-cooks to implement/practice that will be a challenge but also help expand knowledge and skills efficiently?

Do you have any WFPB recipe recommendations for beginner home-cooks to implement/practice that will be a challenge but also help expand knowledge and skills efficiently?

How do you stabilize round vegetables like cucumber and zucchini when you want to dice them small?

How do you stabilize round vegetables like cucumber and zucchini when you want to dice them small?

What is the best way to cook Tempeh and how long would it last in the refrigerator?

What is the best way to cook Tempeh and how long would it last in the refrigerator?

What is the best method of prolonging fresh herb life, (parsley, cilantro, thyme, chives, etc)?

What is the best method of prolonging fresh herb life, (parsley, cilantro, thyme, chives, etc)?

I have a son who loves dairy products - particularly cheese. What would be a good transitional food or plant based equivalent?

I have a son who loves dairy products - particularly cheese. What would be a good transitional food or plant based equivalent?

How long can you keep aquafaba from cooking dried beans?

How long can you keep aquafaba from cooking dried beans?

What is Berbere spice blend?

What is Berbere spice blend?

I've tried several times to cook red lentils and they keep coming out very translucent. is the texture going to be way different then the brown and green?

I've tried several times to cook red lentils and they keep coming out very translucent. is the texture going to be way different then the brown and green?

When is it better to use a cone shaped wire mesh strainer, and when is it better to use a rounded bowl shaped wire mesh strainer?

When is it better to use a cone shaped wire mesh strainer, and when is it better to use a rounded bowl shaped wire mesh strainer?

Do you recommend any additional resources such as related books, articles, etc. (online or otherwise) to supplement alongside taking this FOK culinary course?

Do you recommend any additional resources such as related books, articles, etc. (online or otherwise) to supplement alongside taking this FOK culinary course?

Do you have any suggestions about which probiotics are best for fermentation? I used an encapsulated one and it worked well but a crushed tablet one, not so well. Do you have a favorite brand?

Is there a way to help with eyes watering when cutting onions?

Is there a way to help with eyes watering when cutting onions?

When planning on using the cooked beans the same day, is it better to drain immediately after cooking or let sit in the water until use, then drain? And, when planning on using a day or several later, drain and store or store in cooking liquid?

When planning on using the cooked beans the same day, is it better to drain immediately after cooking or let sit in the water until use, then drain? And, when planning on using a day or several later, drain and store or store in cooking liquid?

What's the safest and best wood for a chopping board? Do they need any special maintenance?

What's the safest and best wood for a chopping board? Do they need any special maintenance?

Can I eat buckwheat groats raw once sprouted? Is sprouting buckwheat a good idea?

Can I eat buckwheat groats raw once sprouted? Is sprouting buckwheat a good idea?

What is the refrigerator shelf life of dressings; I.e. Dijon vinaigrette; mustard maple w/cannellini; sesame garlic?

What is the refrigerator shelf life of dressings; I.e. Dijon vinaigrette; mustard maple w/cannellini; sesame garlic?

When are mashers, food processors with pulsing, stand mixers, or hand mixers best used commercially?

When are mashers, food processors with pulsing, stand mixers, or hand mixers best used commercially?

For Rouxbe assignments, a hand masher is often recommended. Do commercial chefs use hand mashers?

For Rouxbe assignments, a hand masher is often recommended. Do commercial chefs use hand mashers?

I would like to try cooking with Parsnips and Rhubarb. What are guidelines to buy these & some WFPB low sugar recipe recommendations?

I would like to try cooking with Parsnips and Rhubarb. What are guidelines to buy these & some WFPB low sugar recipe recommendations?

Are there any creamy soup recipes where the cooked vegetables from stock can be used?

Are there any creamy soup recipes where the cooked vegetables from stock can be used?

What's your approach to teaching a hands-on cooking class for about 10 people? I'm looking for logistics. Do you give everyone a recipe and let them go or do you incorporate demos/teaching?

What's your approach to teaching a hands-on cooking class for about 10 people? I'm looking for logistics. Do you give everyone a recipe and let them go or do you incorporate demos/teaching?

Would you have any suggestions on kitchen use, set up, use? I've had to move to a smaller apartment & kitchen with little space: preparing and storing: refrigerator also smaller.

Would you have any suggestions on kitchen use, set up, use? I've had to move to a smaller apartment & kitchen with little space: preparing and storing: refrigerator also smaller.

I don't know the difference between onion and garlic powder, granules, dried minced and dried flakes. When do you use which? Are there guidelines for substitutions: fresh or dried?

I don't know the difference between onion and garlic powder, granules, dried minced and dried flakes. When do you use which? Are there guidelines for substitutions: fresh or dried?

If I was to start growing micro greens (sprouting) do you have any recommendations?

If I was to start growing micro greens (sprouting) do you have any recommendations?

With your Ayurvedic expertise, for someone of Vata composition, what foods should be consumed and avoided to remove fecal body odor, and restless leg syndrome?

With your Ayurvedic expertise, for someone of Vata composition, what foods should be consumed and avoided to remove fecal body odor, and restless leg syndrome?

What are your thoughts on the heritage breeds in Pork, Poultry and Beef and educating the public on these breeds and promoting them?

What are your thoughts on the heritage breeds in Pork, Poultry and Beef and educating the public on these breeds and promoting them?

Would Rouxbe do a course on Heritage Pork, Poultry and Beef and game meat (Pheasants, Grouse, Quail etc)?

Would Rouxbe do a course on Heritage Pork, Poultry and Beef and game meat (Pheasants, Grouse, Quail etc)?

What in your mind is the key to sticking to a WFPB way of eating? From one who keeps sliding back and recommitting.

What in your mind is the key to sticking to a WFPB way of eating? From one who keeps sliding back and recommitting.

Can you advise on a really good plant based book for a pregnancy?

Can you advise on a really good plant based book for a pregnancy?

Where can I find information on what vegetables are healthier eaten raw and which are best eaten cooked?

Where can I find information on what vegetables are healthier eaten raw and which are best eaten cooked?

Do you have any suggestions for cooking mushrooms without oil? I am having trouble with that assignment.

Do you have any suggestions for cooking mushrooms without oil? I am having trouble with that assignment.

I know you prepare your own yogurt, how is it going?

I know you prepare your own yogurt, how is it going?

What type of vegetable oil do you recommend for the Ganache cake?

What type of vegetable oil do you recommend for the Ganache cake?

Can you give us some examples of meals you prepare?

Can you give us some examples of meals you prepare?

Can you use a silicon mat in a dehydrator?

Can you use a silicon mat in a dehydrator?

Talking about cast iron skillets, there's one that has walls, and there's another one almost flat. Does this matter? Is it worth buying the ones with the grill pattern? (rows)

Talking about cast iron skillets, there's one that has walls, and there's another one almost flat. Does this matter? Is it worth buying the ones with the grill pattern? (rows)

Eating a WFPB diet, what are some good sources of Omega 3?

Eating a WFPB diet, what are some good sources of Omega 3?

How long does apple sauce last once it's opened?

How long does apple sauce last once it's opened?