Keri Johnson
School
Western Washington University, Eastern Washington University
Expertise
Food History & Culture, Cheese Making, Pizza
- Keri lived in San Cristobal de las Casas, Mexico for 20 years, where she immersed herself in Mexican culture and cuisine. Living in Mexico taught her the art of the perfect taco, the right way to cut a mango, and that limes are the cure for everything.
- Fascinated by fermentation, Keri makes her own pickles, sauerkraut, and giardiniera.
- Pizza is Keri's love language, and she owned a pizzeria in Mexico for several years. Now she uses her pizzaiola skills at home to make thin-crust pizzas for her favorite people.
Experience
Keri speaks Spanish and Italian. For several years she lived in Emilia-Romagna, Italy, where she pestered her nonna with cooking questions while learning everything from cheese- and pasta-making to growing the perfect tomato. Keri is a trained ESL teacher and started writing as a ghostwriter helping non-native English speakers tell their stories. She has worked with language learners from all over the world, and everyone's favorite topic is food. From her international students, she learned the beauty of the Chinese hot pot, the secret to good German sauerkraut, and how to make the perfect Vietnamese banh mi.
Education
Keri has a B.A. in History with an emphasis on Latin American Studies from Western Washington University and a TESOL certificate from Eastern Washington University. As a lifelong learner, she regularly participates in culinary classes and writing workshops.
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Stories By Keri Johnson
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Beef broth is a culinary essential, but if you're out, these replacements will do the job and save your recipe while bringing plenty of unique flavor.
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Meal prepping is an easy way to save resources and eat healthier, but there's a right and wrong way to do it; here are the most common mistakes people make.
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Wraps make an easy lunchtime meal, but preparing one isn't as simple as you think. Here are mistakes you should avoid when creating this sandwich alternative.
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Creamy and flavorful, egg salads can also be incredibly diverse in flavor. For the absolute best ingredients to elevate your egg salad, read on.
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If you're looking to add more vitamin C to your diet, you can find many ways to get more of these unexpected fruits and veggies onto your daily menu.
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Once you determine how the white wine enhances the recipe, you can choose the best white wine substitute for you to keep your meal on track.
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Lasagna is a favorite dish for many families, but there are a few tricks to mastering any lasagna recipe. Learn how to avoid the most common lasagna mistakes.
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From strolling through Stars Hollow to journeying across Westeros, these pop culture cookbooks will immerse you in your favorite pop culture phenomenons.
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Creamy and rich, jarred Alfredo can be delicious. But if you're looking to upgrade, there are plenty of possibilities. Read on to learn more.
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For those on a low-carb diet, pasta and noodles don't have to be off-limits. To learn about the best pasta alternatives, read on to find out.
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The humble rice cooker is more than just about rice. To learn how to make everything from kimchi to yogurt, read on to learn all the tricks.
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While easy, boxed broth often needs a flavor upgrade. To learn how to supercharge your broth, read this list to learn the best recipe hacks.
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While the humble salad spinner is great for veggies, there's much more to this kitchen tool. To learn how to maximize your spinner, read on.
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Surprisingly, Atkins dieters have plenty of options at fast food restaurants. To learn more, read this guide to explore all the best options.
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Curious about what separates a bolognese and a marinara? Ever wonder what goes in a pesto? Read on and you'll be a pasta expert in no time.
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From their fascinating histories to the ingredients that make them so special, there is more than meets the eye to your favorite salad dressing options.