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It's no unusual for me to indulge in a steaming mug of Knorr chicken bouillon on a cold winter afternoon. Despite my hypertension issues I find it quite comforting.

(Please tell me I haven't violated any copyrights by posting this article. If I have done so, please remove my post and I shall resolve to never put my foot into it again.) Here's an article from Cooks Illustrated regarding the usage (not that they are the be-all and end-all). For Extra-Savory Dishes, Use Knorr Chicken Bouillon A pinch of bouillon powder packs savory, meaty flavor into soups, sauces, and stir-fries. By Kelly SongPublished Mar. 14, 2023 The iconic yellow and green packaging of Knorr-brand chicken bouillon is unmistakable in a well-stocked pantry. The golden powder is a blend of salty, umami flavors, with a hint of sweetness; just a pinch in soups, sauces, and stir-fries adds an intense hit of lip-smacking, meaty depth. In short, it’s the perfect all-purpose seasoning. What Is Knorr Chicken Bouillon? Most notably, Knorr chicken bouillon is a pantry staple in Latin American and Mexican kitchens, added to dishes such as Sopa Seca or arroz con pollo to boost color and flavor. It’s commonly used in lieu of store-bought stock and can be sprinkled straight into dishes with ease. While cubed bouillon is used in most parts of Latin America, the granulated version is most popular in Mexico (fondly referred to as “caldo con sabor de pollo,” with an iconic chicken logo on the jar). In the case of most recipes, however, the cubes can be crushed and used interchangeably with the granulated version. Among other shelf-stable ingredients, Knorr bouillon contains salt, dehydrated chicken fat and meat, onion powder, garlic powder, dried parsley, and monosodium glutamate (MSG). MSG is naturally occurring in umami-rich foods such as mushrooms and Parmesan cheese, and it lends the bouillon its signature flavor. The Story Behind Knorr Chicken Bouillon Despite its popularity in Latin cooking, Knorr is first and foremost a European brand, founded in Germany in 1838 as a chicory supplier for the coffee industry. The founder, Carl Heinrich Knorr, later began experimenting with dehydrating vegetables and seasonings, which led to the company’s first line of dried soups. These soups were launched across Europe in 1873, with the Knorr bouillon cube following suit in 1912. The brand was first integrated into non-European kitchens by way of company consultants, or “flavor experts,” who were hired by Knorr to tailor the brand to different markets. Thanks to its low cost and ease of use, the bouillon caught on quickly. By the early 2000s, Knorr had expanded to nearly 90 countries. Today, Knorr sells 600 bouillon cubes per second globally.

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'Kilt Lifter"? Reminds me of the old St. Patrick's Day joke about not letting the wind at your back be the result of the corned beef and cabbage you had for lunch. 😀

Is is worth it to seek out fresh bay leaves?

Most stores that stock Bob's Red Mill products have his rice flour. Common in the West. The Red Mill Store is located just outside Portland OR in Milwaukie OR. I visited the store on numerous occasions when I lived in Portland and spoke to Bob himself. (Sorry for the name-dropping).

It appears to have side affects for some people, according to my research.

I vaguely remember when MSG fell out of favor many years ago. Now is seems to be making a bit of a comeback. from where I sit anyway Last time I looked, there was none to be had even online But recently I saw it available on Amazon and ordered some of it. My primary reason was to add a kick to one of my Mom's recipes that has always been a favorite of min. She made a Boiled Dinner with cabbage, potatoes, carrots, etc. and I remember hers having what I'd call a kind of a 'bite' or acidic edge or sharpness that I can't quite recreate. I do use bay leaves as well as the usual seasonings and a splash of vinegar at the end. I thought the MSG might give me what I've been missing though I haven't tried it yet. It also occurred to me that it might be a function of diminished taste due to normal aging. Any thoughts you'd care to share would be much appreciated.

OMG!!! Just shoot me now.

This morning I was fixed on having poached eggs on toast for breakfast...until I went looking for the loaf of whole wheat that was in the freezer. No bread in freezer. Printed off a favorite recipe for honey whole wheat bread which I'm going to make in my Zo bread machine (dough setting).... Tomorrow will bring another opportunity.

@blue_dolphin, any updates yet on the Rotisserie ?

A chilly and somewhat gloomy day yesterday prompted me to pull together a lovely vegetable beef soup. A chunk of beef chuck eye, russets, zucchini, carrots, celery, cabbage, green beans, onion, beef broth , can of tomatoes, and seasonings that included a pinch of MSG, HP sauce, parsley and the other usual suspects. Served with homemade Texas Roadhouse dinner rolls. It's no wonder that I always make w-a-y more soup than I intend.

No updates on the rotisserie yet?

I'm not much for oysters but I'd go for that martini.

My town's Catholic Church used to have a St. Pat's dinner ever year except during the Pandemic. The Knights of Columbus did all the preparations and the Corned Beef was amazingly goo...far better than any I'd ever had. Two years ago the the Diocese decided that all the proceeds should bo to them and not to the church whose members provided everything. So last year the church decided that was enough. Now there's no more big dinner that brough in lots of money for the small church in a small town. So now everyone loses. Another sign of the times.

Do you have a planned time to begin your return trip or do you base that decision on the MN weather?

No time for a before dinner cocktail?

My all-time favorite soda bread is this one from KAF.

I am SO making that cabbage!

It's nearly time for cold brew. Anyone here have a cold brew maker they really like? I require enabling.

I use one of these. I like it very much although it does require a wash between uses. Theere is also a smaller size available.

Could you save your empty screw-top wine bottles? I use those for my eggnog.

No expert either but that'd be my guess.