Cooking Basics

We have a family of six and I have a hard time getting food to stretch all month. Whether you are on a fixed income or get food stamps....food is hard to come by sometimes. I want to give you some...

Coffee is one of the most popular beverages in the world; however, it is much more than just a common beverage. The oil from coffee is used in skin care, to increase the skin's blood circulation;...

Navy beans are easy to prepare and provide an incredible source of both protein and fiber. A perfect food for helping to prevent high blood pressure, they contain nutrients such as folate, copper,...

Pole beans grow on vines that need to climb either on trellises or poles. Since they grow up, instead of low to the ground like the bush variety of bean, harvesting pole beans is quite simple and...

Butter beans is the southern name for lima beans. They thrive best in full sun; they can survive in the shade but will not be as productive. They usually take 60 to 80 days to reach the point of...

If you like black beans or if you'd like to try it, here's a good information on how o have it cooked faster, so you can enjoy a simple but delicious dish with it, rice and eggs.

Kidney beans are a nutritious member of the meat and beans group on the USDA Food Pyramid. The beans are inexpensive, low in calories and contain no fat. Red kidney beans are often found in chili;...

Cooking for just two people can actually be harder than preparing a meal for a crowd. You either end up with too much food or spend too much buying smaller portions of meats or expensive takeout....

Refried beans (frijoles refritos, which actually means well-fried beans), is a traditional side dish to many Mexican and Tex-Mex meals. It is made from mashed and fried pinto beans, and has the...

Full of vitamins, minerals and essential nutrients, beans have long been a staple. They are used in a variety of ways and preparations in many different cultures. For those striving to acquire or...

Commonly, people think of kidney beans as being red (the kind we find in typical chili recipes). In reality, there are other kinds of kidney bean as well, and each has a distinctive appearance and...

Have you noticed how expensive canned beans have become? How would you like to save money by buying dry beans at 1/3 the price of canned beans? I buy 1 pound bags of dry beans for less than a...

If you'd like to have beans for dinner, you need to get the beans soaking first thing in the morning, right? You need a minimum of eight hours soak time to turn rock-hard dried beans into a soft,...

With the price of groceries continuously going up, many people are growing their own vegetable gardens. My mother has a garden every year and has since I was a child. There is absolutely no...

Most children love to get involved in what is going on in the kitchen, especially when the cooking is culturally related or will allow them to try something new. Brazilian dishes are often quite...

Green beans are a delicious vegetable and are very versatile. They make great side dishes and can be served alongside fish, chicken, beef and pork. When preparing green beans, trim off both ends...

In this recipe you can make four cups of Peruano beans.

Summer is a great time to get a group of friends together and go camping. Spending some time outdoors can give you a real appreciation for nature. You will want to plan which foods to bring just...

Do you find yourself craving a nice bean dish, but think twice about it because of the ... well, to put it nicely, the "repercussions"? This recipe will allow you to enjoy your favorite...

Cooking times for green beans vary depending on how you are cooking the beans and how well you like them cooked. Traditional recipes cooked beans for a long period of time, while more recent...

The fragrant spice we know as vanilla is actually the seed pod of an exotic tropical orchid. The best quality of vanilla beans is called Grade B, but is sometimes listed as "bourbon vanilla...

Aside from housing costs, food makes up the remainder of practically everyone’s budget. As consumer prices are rising and salaries remaining stagnant, it’s essential to learn ways to save money...

Often your favorite tasty recipe can be prepared and used in different ways for several occasions. Feeding a family of five kids in the '50s, my mother was very creative and was always looking...

Dried beans can be a wonderful source of protein as well as fiber. They can also be tough on your digestive system. You must soak dried beans in water before cooking in order to help them soften....

Hollandaise sauce has accompanied fish, meats and vegetables in France for over 400 years. It is made from butter and lemon juice; egg yolks hold the sauce together and give it body. Seasonings...

Because of their size, kidney beans need to be soaked before cooking. Soaking greatly reduces the cooking time by softening the beans and rehydrating them. Cold soaking takes longer, but saves on...

Black beans and Pinto beans are important beans in Mexican and South American cuisines. Here are a couple of methods of soaking them making them more digestible.

Kentucky Fried Chicken serves 8 million customers worldwide daily. The original chicken is assumed to still be made with the same recipe made famous by Colonel Sanders in 1940. Most people know...

Using dried beans for your cooking is an economical and healthy alternative to canned beans. Dried beans cost half as much as canned beans and are much lower in sodium. Using dried beans also...

Beans are a great way to get protein in without purchasing meat. They save money and are nutritious. Cooking dried beans allows you to buy in bulk and gives you more options to get organic...

With most households having a busy schedule, crockpot cooking has become more popular. The ease of setting and forgetting until dinner is an appealing alternative to grabbing something from a fast...

Butter beans can be frozen in the hull or shelled. Young, tender pods are needed to freeze them whole, while older pods will generally need to be shelled before freezing. Either way the process is...

The Blanch method of cooking vegetables keeps them crisp and fresh and helps them keep their nutrients and color. Below is a guide on how to blanch green beans properly. This blanch method is not...

To properly stock a food pantry takes planning and preparation. You don't want to find out in the middle of an emergency situation that you forgot some crucial food item for your family.

Dry beans are a flavorful, nutritious, and inexpensive complement to balanced meal. Unfortunately, they can also take a lot time to prepare. This article will explain how you can use a pressure...

Vegetarian chili is a healthy alternative to regular beef chili. Most people won't even realize this a vegetarian dish. This recipe is loaded with hot hot hot peppers. You can adjust the heat to...

Have you ever visited the southern states? Chances are you dined at a family style restaurant and you saw "Pinto Beans" on the menu. This recipe is an easy way to have southern style...

Dry beans are one food that takes many hours to prepare. The good part about it is that they can simmer on the stove while other household chores are being done. I’ve been told, it is a long...

I love string beans cooked in butter - (not completely health, but they taste great!) The only problem is that most people cook the beans in a frying pan with the butter and it causes them to...

Wouldn’t it be great to have a pantry full of food you cooked and canned? Learning how to can your own food is time consuming, however, it isn’t hard and the benefits far out way the time! You...

Would you like to spend all day making authentic red beans and rice from your grandmother's recipe? I didn't think so. This recipe will teach you how to make New Orleans style red beans and rice...

Many consider this a diet soup without sacrificing savory taste and nutrition. Eating more of this soup as part of your balanced diet, will help you lose weight since it contains many healthy and...

Have you ever been tired of eating the same things repeatedly? You look in you cabinets and all you see is the same old things pork and beans and rice or maybe even just pork and beans. While...

I’m a hard working father who has two children who takes up all my time. Are you a mother or father that doesn’t have time to cook a full course meal for your family? Maybe you’re always on the go...

Most green bean recipes call for either boiling, steaming or stir frying the pods—cooking processes that often cause the beans to turn limp or mushy. Grilling green beans might be an unusual way...

With economic times in the current state, it might be financially beneficial to buy dry beans and soak them. In addition to the money you could potentially save by doing this, you also gain added...

Cooking dried beans - while it may take some time - is a great way to save money on your grocery bill. All it takes is a little pre-planning and an hour at home while the beans gently simmer on...

I will show you how to clean and cook black beans. Many people don't know that most beans require soaking, because it helps your body to digest them easier, and it cuts the cooking time dramatically.

Here's how to use an electric coffee grinder. If you use a coffee grinder, your coffee will be fresher because you'll grind whole beans and release their fresh flavor every day.

Dry beans are very nutritious, and inexpensive, plus they can be cooked to taste with any number of herbs and seasonings. But first, you need to sort and rinse the beans. Sorting is very important...