Chef Charles Knight's Blog

  • The Chef's Hat "Toque" - In the Kitchen with Chef Charles Knight

    Throughout history, the chef's hat has become an iconic symbol in the culinary world. But have you ever wondered who invented the chef's hat and wh...
  • PATTY MELT a Diner and Deli Classic

    PATTY MELT a Diner and Deli Classic A patty melt is a classic American sandwich that combines a juicy burger patty and melted cheese between slices...
  • Induction FROZEN CUSTARD

    FROZEN CUSTARD   Growing up in New Jersey, a trip “Down the Shore” in the summer months was a real treat, especially Seaside Heights. The ocean, ca...
  • Amaretto Sponge Cake from Pancake Batter

    EQUIPMENT: 1.5-quart mixing bowl, measure cups and spoons, four 3-inch ramakins, 4 dessert plates PREPARATION: 40 minutes – makes 4 servings 3 inch...
  • Puerto Rican Caramel Flan Cheesecake

    Caramel flan, a beloved dessert with roots tracing back to ancient civilizations, has captivated taste buds for centuries. Its origins can be linke...
  • Coloring Easter Eggs Naturally and the History Therof

    Archeologists found ostrich eggs decorated with gold and silver in the graves of ancient Sumerians and Egyptians. Eggs symbolized both death and re...
  • New Jersey Diner Brown Gravy over French Fries

    New Jersey Diner Brown Gravy over Crispy French Fries with Mozzerella Crunchy Crinkle Cut Fries have been a New Jersey diner classic as far back as...
  • Hard Cooked Eggs without Water

    It is Easter Egg Time! Why cook soft or hard-cooked eggs the Waterless Way in a high-quality stainless-steel pan? A chicken egg can absorb water th...
  • Classic Sauces with Video

    A WORLD FAMOUS chef once said, “Each meal is an event that happens only once.” Proper sauces are instruments to orchestrate the true melody of the meal. As melodramatic as this may sound, it is a fundamental truth that has survived changing tastes and food fads for centuries. Sauces are unequivocally the heart and soul of memorable meals. Fortunately, there is nothing mysterious [...]
  • Jack Harris and Chef Charles Knight Food Network Infomercial Series

    LEMON SESAME CHICKEN UNSTUFFED CABBAGE SHRIMP NAPOLITANO BAKED  MARINATED TUNA STEAKS BAKED STUFFED PEPPERS CHICKEN CACCIATORE ROAST STUFFED ...
  • Appetizers and Hors d’ Oeuvres.

    Appetizers and Hors d’ Oeuvres. Sounds French and it is as French as costly Burgundy wines, but do not let that intimidate you. Hors d’oeuvres (tra...
  • Corned Beef Hash Homemade with Poached Eggs

    Corned Beef Hash Homemade with Poached Eggs PREPARATION: 1 hour 30 minutes - Serves 6 What to do with leftover Corned Beef? Thought to be invented ...