Before the invention of refrigerators, the only way to sustain foods was to smoke them or to salt them. During medieval times, salt was such an expensive and rare commodity that it was called, “white gold.” Now, due to refrigeration, we don’t need to cure our food anymore. But salt is still the most popular flavor enhancer around. Distinguishing Among Common Types of Salt: Have you ever watched a cooking show where the host only uses Kosher Salt or Sea Salt? It happened to me. I had only used table salt before to season and flavor my meals. But when … Continue reading →