#fresh-ingredients

#fresh-ingredients

Nothing beats going out to your favorite watering hole, sidling up to the bar, ordering a drink, and then watching the bartender spin their magic. It can be something as simple as an old fashioned or something as complex as a 10-ingredient tiki drink. But watching as they measure, pour, shake, and strain can be just as satisfying as the drink itself. That spectacle is why we prefer grabbing a stool at the bar over that low-lit booth in the back.

If you've ever ordered from Jersey Mike's, you're probably no stranger to its tasty subs, along with the sticker shock from the high prices, especially compared to other chains like Subway or Jimmy John's. Why the sandwich shop is so expensive is largely up for debate. Jersey Mike's high prices might come down to its use of quality, fresh ingredients, supported by the shop's slogans like "made right in front of you," "authentic," and "a sub above."

Fish requires finesse in cooking, with a risk of overcooking due to its quick cooking time that transforms flaky fish into dry, inedible pieces.

Fresh corn salsa features sweet corn, crisp peppers, cilantro, spicy jalapeños, and zesty lime, making it ideal for tacos, burrito bowls, and as an appetizer.

Laying the corn cob flat provides more stability, allowing for easier cutting of kernels with a sharp knife, resulting in a safer, mess-free operation.

This robustly seasoned, almost meaty tomato salad was inspired by Mexican salsa macha, featuring dried chilies, fried peanuts, sesame seeds, and fresh tomatoes.

No disrespect to the freezer aisle, but our favorite veggie burger ideas start with fresh ingredients-not prefab pucks. Hearty beans and grains, meaty mushrooms, and aromatic alliums are just a few of the ways to make satisfying plant-based patties that will lead to exactly no one asking, 'Where's the beef?'