Cooking Basics

These days people are trying to pack more and more into their lives. The more activities that find their way onto your calendar, the less time you have for things like cooking. A menu plan can...

Cooking for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any holiday can be tricky if you are watching your waist line. Here are some tips on how to lighten your favorite recipe and not skimp on flavor.

Lasagna is an old dish that gets its origins from the great kitchens of Italy. Not only can lasagna make an extremely delicious meal it can also provide a number of important nutrients needed to...

Baked Potatoes Casserole is a healthy dish. If your a potato lover then you will enjoy this dish. I have a family of five and when I make this dish, it usually last a day or two. It is your choice...

Roasted chicken is a great Sunday dinner. Seasoned and prepared properly, it'll be a meal your family will love. At the same time, it's actually very easy to roast chicken. You can prepare it,...

Anyone can learn basic cooking strategies, even "dummies," and then combine a few simple techniques to make a plethora of culinary delights. If you don't know your way around a kitchen, don't be...

At the time of its release, the Whirlpool Super Capacity 465 self-cleaning range offered more oven space than any other range in the industry. A spacious 4.65 cubic foot oven means large meals are...

The retro time period is one in which convenience reigned. Retro cooking is about simple ingredients and about making sure everyone you're feeding is satisfied. If you want to cook like they did...

This article will show you a quick and easy way to make King Ranch Chicken. You will have great King Ranch Chicken taste in a very simple recipe. It will take you about 45 minutes total to prepare...

It you want to have a great tailgate party then try this dish at that next game. This dish will make you the talk of the party. It would also be great at any pot-luck or office party. Make sure...

Ham is a versatile pork product, marrying well with sweet and spicy companions. Serve it at any time of day as a main course or in a side dish with numerous ingredients. After initial cooking, eat...

Times are hard, and money's tight. We're all trying to save money, and one of the best ways to do that is to stop eating at restaurants and start cooking at home. By following a few simple tips,...

The use of potatoes for food dates back over 7,000 years in the South American Andes Mountains. Potatoes have been found dating from 500 B.C. in Incan ruins of Peru and Chile. Potatoes are hardy...

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...

It helps to have some great food ideas to plan a successful barbecue menu. That will allow you to eat well and enjoy being with the family or guests without being stuck in the kitchen or at the...

This is an easy enchilada casserole dish that is extremely delicious. Total bake and preparation time is about an hour with most of that time being spent waiting in ease. So sit back and maybe...

A person who is delivering a homemade meal can get just as much enjoyment as the person who is receiving the meal. Whether the person has been ill or whether it's a meal for a friend in need,...

Canola oil and olive oil are both cooking and baking staples. Canola oil can definitely be used in place of olive oil, but not necessarily the other way around because olive oil has a low smoking...

If you ever get tired of your same old meatloaf recipe, give this one a try. this can be a regular dinner idea or you can save it for special occasions. Everyone seems to love it!

Ham is a protein commonly served as a side dish at breakfast, as a deli meat at lunchtime and as a main dish for dinner. Hams come from hogs, and different processes are used to impart different...

For all those who have suffered from the frustration of burning some simple dish... READ THIS ARTICLE!!! I know the frustration of not being able to cook. It can be embarassing and it can be a...

Do you love the taste of real butter but hate how it tears the bread when you spread it? With a butter dish and this how to you'll be able to wake up to spreadable fresh tasting butter for your...

To cook an eggplant casserole recipe, slice the eggplant, salt the slices to remove excess water, batter the slices and then fry them in olive oil over medium heat. Layer the fried eggplant in a...

Becoming a better cook is not something that can happen overnight. But with time you can get better, here are a few ways to increase your skill.

Fresh herbs add a gourmet touch to any dish, and they can mean the difference between a bland flavor and a vibrant one. It's easy to grow a few basic herb plants like parsley, basil and dill in a...

This is how I taught my daughters to make rice without the fuss. This technique is so easy that when I originally tried to publish it, I was told I had to add additional words to the article. My...

Razor clams a super-yummy to eat especially fried. Here's a fool-proof way to fry your clams to perfection.

Sure-fire way to never have runny chilly or watery alfredo! Homemade sauces will never be better!

Maybe you’ve moved and your new place doesn’t have a dishwasher, maybe you just moved out on your own and have never done dishes before, or your dishwasher broke and you don’t have the money to...

We are currently living through a period of culinary renaissance – a period where there is a great interest in things foodie, and in re-discovering an almost lost appreciation of good tastes – of...

You don't have to buy expensive designer cookware to have non-stick skillets. Learn how to keep the age old work-horse of the kitchen, a cast iron skillet, non-stick.

Most of us have a favorite cooking show. I don't care who you are, male or female, when channel surfing, we always stop at the cooking show. My favorite is G. Garvin. The chefs make it look so...

Are you afraid of tofu because you don't know how to drain it? Frankly, tofu can be a bit intimidating to those who don't know how to use it, but worry no further. I have been using this method...

Many people don't realize that cooking in glass cooking pots can give different results than cooking in metal pans. If not used correctly, your food can burn or be undercooked. Here are some tips...

Cooking can be a lot of fun if you learn how to enjoy it. When you are coming home from a long day of work, it can seem like a chore to have to cook for the whole family. Cooking can be quite...

Trying to avoid those dishes in the sink right after you finish up with dessert? Here are some tips to maybe avoid that feeling or at least make this chore a little easier!

Learn how to cut the cucumbers with expert tips and advice on diabetic food in this free video series on recipes.

Learn how to prepare the cucumbers with expert tips and advice on diabetic food in this free video series on recipes.

Avocados are delicious fruits that have a smooth, creamy flesh that is covered by a thick, rough rind. In the very center of the avocado is a large pit. Cleaning the avocado flesh away from the...

Learn about using an onion to garnish a dish in this free video clip about cooking tips.

Would your husband like to learn how to cook, but you're not sure quite how to go about it? Here are some helpful suggestions to make you an effective teacher.

Many people wants to eat salmon nowadays because of its health benefits, especially the omega-3 fatty acids. Ginger Miso Salmon is a tasty preparation for fish lovers to make at home. Follow these...

For safety and health reasons, it is important to choose a microwave-safe dish for cooking food.

Besides its great health benefits, one of the best things about tofu is its ability to absorb marinades, sauces and flavors better than just about any other food. But to maximize its absorbency...

An easy and delicious way to prepare eggs. Simple enough for even the beginning cook. The recipe is for one serving of 2 eggs. Use mutiple containers for more servings rather than using a larger...

Sweet and sour chick with rice is already in a tray in grocery stores wrapped up with an trademark name, it has been created by Hormel and it is called "Compleats". That means the tray...

It’s an important milestone in every cook’s life when you close the cookbook and begin to create your own dishes. It can be scary to jump off the page, but also provides a major sense of...

Cooking with essential oils is a great way to add flavor to many foods. They can be used in place of herbs when fresh herbs are unavailable or to add a different flavor to a family’s favorite...

If take-out menus fill your kitchen drawers, you're not alone. Many people feel as though they lack the time, patience, and skill to cook. As a result, these self proclaimed domestically...

Boiling okra is often required as part of a larger recipe--or you can eat boiled okra alone. It's truly up to you. The process of boiling okra is rather easy, as the only real tricky part is...