Cooking Basics

How to Cut Mirlitons for Stuffing

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Mirlitons themselves are a relatively tasteless fruit, but when properly prepared they are a delicious addition to any food you plan on serving. Little do many home cooks know, mirlitons are also a great vessel to cook and serve food in as well... more »

How to Cut Up a Rabbit

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A good alternative to spring ham, rabbit is a lean readily available alternative meal, lower in fat than pork or beef. There are a variety of recipes for rabbit but they all begin with cutting the rabbit. Below are the main steps for preparing a ... more »

How to cut up a whole chicken

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It takes more than one go at cutting up a chicken to become an expert. However, once you've got the hang of it, you can cut up a chicken in very little time and with hardly any effort at all!.. more »

How to Dehydrate Foods

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Dehydrating has been a way of preserving foods for centuries. Though the methods have changed, the theory behind the process has not. Taking away all moisture from the food, preserves it and discourages bacteria growth... more »

How to Diabetic recipes / Treats - Salads - Chicken

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Delicious recipes for diabetic patients. Orange-Banana Smoothies`Brownies`Diabetic Pasta Salad... more »

How to Dice an Onion

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When the recipe calls for a "diced onion," you may wonder if there's an easy way to do this. Read the following guide to learn how to properly dice an onion and you'll soon be dicing onions just as efficiently as a world class chef... more »

How to Do Basic Vegetable Preparation

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Vegetables are versatile and can be prepared in many ways. Each method imparts its own distinctive flavor and texture to the vegetable being cooked. Take time to experiment with different vegetables using different methods of preparation to ... more »

How to Easily Measure Shortening/Peanut Butter

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Measuring shortening, peanut butter or other sticky ingredients can leave you with a mess and a questionable measurement. Try this easy trick... more »

How to Eat a Gourmet Meal in Indianapolis

By Ashley Petry

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The gourmet restaurant scene is alive and well in Indianapolis, where some wonderful new restaurants have joined the old standbys. These days, the question isn’t so much where to find a gourmet meal in Indiana’s capital city. The real question is ... more »

How to Eat a Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich

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There are many comfort foods that remind us of our childhood days. One of the most popular is the old peanut butter and jelly sandwich. But if you're tired of the classic white bread slapped with a little peanut butter and jelly here are some ... more »

How to eat a pot noodle

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How to eat a pot noodle.. more »

How to Enjoy Cooking

By TeryLynne

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There are so many people that never attempted to cook, let alone boil water. Cooking is a great form of art and very therapeutic. It is easy to cook and one can truly enjoy the joys of cooking... more »

How to Enjoy Healthy Meat

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Meat has been the centerpiece of our diets for as long as we've been on this planet. From our ancestors to our own generation, meat has always been a staple. With an increased focus on healthy eating, picking the right kinds of meat can give a ... more »

How to Enter Cooking Contests

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Cooking contests are a test of culinary skills, creativity and your passion for food. Preparing for such a contest requires patience and weeks of practice. There are various steps to follow before finalizing a recipe and entering a cooking contest... more »

How to Examine and Separate Chicken

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You probably use chicken in many dishes, so you might want to learn how to separate the pieces. You actually can save money by buying a whole chicken and carving it into pieces yourself, rather than buying the pieces separately... more »

How to Find a Fresh Watermelon

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Choosing fresh produce is an essential supermarket skill. If you want to make sure you get the best watermelon of the bunch, follow these simple steps... more »

How to Find British Food in the United States

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Anyone from England who visits or stays in the United States for an extended period of time is likely to become very homesick without their favorite foods and brands! From Cadbury's Dairy Milk to jars of Marmite, it's hard to track down some of ... more »

How to Find Delicious Recipes

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Do you struggle to put together dinner during the week? Never know what to bring to a party? Follow these tips to begin creating a great recipe book... more »

How to Find Safe Sweeteners for Non-Toxic Living

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Non-toxic living is a lifestyle chosen by individuals who want to avoid products made with chemicals and artificial ingredients. This lifestyle can help avoid complications due to diabetes and high blood pressure. Those living a non-toxic ... more »

How to Finish Dinner on Time

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It's a race against the clock. Your chicken roasts for 60 minutes and the spinach saute's for 15, the salad gets chopped and dressed, and the apple cobbler needs to be baked. How do you get dinner on the table and have everything remain warm? Get ... more »

How to Fix Common Cooking Mistakes

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To err is human, or so the saying goes. That saying is multiplied in the kitchen. Problems abound, especially during the holidays and when time is short and there is so much cooking to do. Read on to learn how to fix common cooking mistakes... more »

How to Flavor Rice with Herbs Wrapped in Cheese Cloth

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Add some flavor to your rice with this quick and easy trick with herbs... more »

How to Follow a Recipe

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This article will take you through the basics of reading, deciphering, and following any recipe. With these tips, you are sure to be a success in the kitchen!.. more »

How to Freeze Basil

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Do you love basil? Learn how to freeze your favorite herb for the winter... more »

How to Freeze Berries

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Berries are plentiful in the summer. Pick extra berries during this peak growing season and freeze them. Imagine how much you'll enjoy eating berries in winter months that you froze when you had more than you knew what to do with. Use them like ... more »

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