Cooking Basics

How to Shell a Hard Boiled Egg

By Priszack

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Peeling something as simple as boiled eggs can be quite a challenge. If the eggs are adequately boiled then it should be easy to peel them perfectly as described below.. more »

How to shop at a farmer's market

By Lorelei

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Have you heard the phrases "organically grown" and "seasonally fresh local produce" and think you may be missing out? Have you happened by a farmers market but found the hullabaloo overwhelming?--How many apples shall I get? ... more »

How to Shuck Corn

By MulberryGirl

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MMM - who doesn't love some freshly cooked corn on the cob? A perfect side dish for summer BBQ's, corn on the cob is inexpensive, quick, easy and delicious. Start shucking and get ready to eat!.. more »

How to skin ginger easily

By Priszack

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This is an easy common sense technique to skin ginger with ease and with no wastage. My grandma used to have us do different things everyday during my school holidays and this was something she taught me!.. more »

How to Snap Peas

By pianistic

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Snapping peas is preparing them for cooking. Here is how you do it... more »

How to Sneak Fiber Into Your Family's Diet

By Hapworth

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Fiber protects us from heart disease and cancer. It lowers cholesterol, regulates our blood sugar, and helps with weight control. And of course, it helps with our digestion... more »

How to spice up a grilled cheese sandwich

By how-to-girl

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Sure, grilled cheese is great... but it can get boring. Follow this quick and easy recipe for a more lively sandwich... more »

How to Start Cooking At Home

By rumblebug

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Cooking at home can be intimidating if you are just starting out. If you are feeling overwhelmed start simple and try new things as your confidence grows... more »

How to Start Menu Planning with the Help of Google Calendar and the Internet

By dingybroad

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Life can get crazy - especially with a family involved. There are so many variables that come into play, but many domestic engineers find that taking one area of their life - mealtime - and getting it under control can really help to give them a ... more »

How to Start Stocking Your Food Pantry

By LilacGirl

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The price of food continues to rise, an estimated 7% this year alone, and you need ideas for how to afford the foods you love. One very good idea, that our ancestors knew well, is to stock your kitchen, or pantry area, with enough food to last a ... more »

How to Steam Frozen Vegetables in a Rice Cooker

By Diana Doherty

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If you've only been using your rice cooker to cook rice, you've been missing out. Among other things, you can use your rice cooker to steam frozen vegetables... more »

How to steam vegetables

By Bfastattiffanys

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Steamed vegetables are great for any meal. It can be done on both the stove and in the microwave. Steamed vegetables can also be used for baby food... more »

How to Stock a Brand New Kitchen With Kitchen Supplies and Equipment

By wjackson

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If you are newly married, or single and out of the nest for the first time, you may be confused about what kitchen supplies and equipment you should have. To have a fully operating kitchen it is important that you have everything you need. It ... more »

How to Stock Your Kitchen Pantry

By SMAustin

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I can go into my pantry and make dinner out of nothing. It helps to have great pantry items on hand. Here is a list of must haves in my pantry... more »

How to Stock Your Pantry for Italian Cooking

By eHow Food & Drink Editor

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Have the joy of Italian kitchen cooking at your fingertips - stock your pantry now, reap the benefits later... more »

How to Stock Your Pantry for Middle Eastern Cooking

By eHow Food & Drink Editor

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Hungry for hummus? Stock your pantry so you're prepared for any Middle Eastern craving... more »

How to stop cracked egg's whites from leaking out into boiling water

By ABlackbear

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Ever hard boiled eggs and had one break in the pan and leak egg whites into the water for a nice mess to clean up? I have one easy step to remember when you boil eggs next time... more »

How to Stop Guacamole From Turning Brown

By Kristie Leong M.D.

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Guacomole is a tasty treat rich in heart healthy monounsaturated fat. It's a great dip to serve at a party. Unfortunately, avocados contains enzymes that cause it to turn a very unattractive shade of brown when it's exposed to air. If you want ... more »

How to Stop Pasta Water from Boiling Over

By globewatcher

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Have you ever cooked your pasta or boiled potatoes and had the water boil over making a mess of the stove. Here is a simple tip to reduce the chance that this will happen. It is one of those simple tips that you will love if you cook a lot of ... more »

How to Store Cooking Spices and Herbs

By Althea DeBrule

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Cooking spices and herbs are flavorful food enhancers that should be stored properly to maintain as much as possible of their original freshness. Heat, light, moisture, air and time are major enemies. To keep your spices and herbs fresh and ... more »

How to store your fresh picked tomatoes from the garden in the freezer

By Casey Quinn

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If you find yourself in a situation where you have picked more fresh tomatoes from your garden than you can possibly eat don’t panic. You can store them by freezing them very easily. These directions will take you through the tomato preparation ... more »

How to Stretch Your Food Budget

By rumblebug

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Stretching your food budget can mean big savings every month that can be put into a bank account, spent on little luxuries, or used to pay down debt. Stretching your food budget doesn't mean going to a wholesale store and buying 5,000 mini ... more »

How to stuff zucchini

By lilmrsknowitall

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After a successful growing season, here's a tasty dish I made from a big zucchini!.. more »

How to Substitute for Fresh Herbs with Dried Herbs in a Recipe

By missforty

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Many recipes call for fresh herbs, and if you have these available this is certainly the best thing to do. However, sometimes fresh herbs are not available but it is possible to substitute dried herbs in your recipe... more »

How to Substitute for Sugar in a Recipe

By missforty

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There are many things that can be substituted for white granulated sugar in a recipe... more »

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