Produce & Pantry

Manufacturers of foodstuffs rely on packaging their products for reasons that range from protection, freshness and containment to serving size, marketing considerations and compliance with...

Truffle mushrooms are a type of fungi that grows underground near tree roots. They are one of the most coveted and, as a result, most expensive foods in the world, and can cost hundreds of dollars...

Combine all diced ingredients: 8 cups yellow summer squash 2 cups zucchini 4 cups onions 1 cup bell pepper (any color) Pour 5 Tbsp canning salt over and then cover over with water in a large...

We all know that pesticides are used everyday on the fruits and vegetables that we eat. As bugs become more immune to these pesticides more and more are being used. If you are concerned about you...

Keep homemade seasoning mix packets for Sloppy Joes ready in the pantry for a quick and easy sandwich meal anytime. Sloppy Joe seasoning mix can be made from ingredients on hand and stored in...

Bok choy, sometimes called Peking cabbage, is a type of leafy green cabbage found in Asian dishes. It contains a cancer fighting compound common to the cabbage family. It is an extremely healthy...

Pomegranates are a large fruit that grows on trees in hot climates. Around since ancient times, pomegranates were introduced to the United States by the Spanish. Before then they originated in...

You might be afraid of the side effects attributed to artificial food colorings. One option would be to buy natural food coloring from a specialty store, but this can be very expensive. There is...

Weevils seem to come from nowhere and invade the dry foods in your pantry. If weevils are ruining your cereals, flour, noodles, or any other dry food items, there are a couple ways you can help...

Prepare your fresh tomatoes to use them in sauces or salsa. A great, simple way to effectively clean AND peel tomatoes almost effortlessly!

Pickles, catsup, cough medicine and all kinds of everyday essentials come preserved and packaged in glass jars. Some are sealed to keep out air and to keep in vitamins and flavors. Other glass...

A pippin is a type of apple that dates back to colonial times in the United States. There are many varieties of pippin apples and they are used today primarily in cider and as a cooking apple. One...

You will learn how to make a homemade baking mix in your own kitchen that you can use just like Bisquick. Great for pancakes, biscuits, cookies, quick breads and more. I have used this recipe for...

Cream cheese is unlike most cheeses since it does not undergo an aging process. Due to the soft nature of cream cheese, produced by blending the milk fat with water during production, it has a...

Between insecticides, water-borne infections, questionable hygiene, shipping contaminants, waxes and other worrisome potential challenges to food safety, how can you be sure your fruits and...

By themselves, potatoes are not fattening. However, most people do not eat plain baked potatoes, which consist of about 130 to 150 calories. Usually, its the ingredients people use with potatoes...

Flour is a staple in most homes. Even for families who don't spend much time in the kitchen, there is probably a sack of flour tucked in the back of a cabinet somewhere. Although it can last a...

Bananas are one of the most consumed and best selling fruits in the world. Like most fruits, the majority of calories in a banana come from carbohydrates like sugar and starch. Consider the...

The tomato, that familiar fruit that we use as a vegetable, has a long and fascinating history. Once wild, it traveled around the world, only to be condemned as a poisonous berry and to be...

Yogurt isn't only a yummy snack that curbs the appetite, it's also beneficial to your body. Yogurt contains vitamins like B12 and B6, as well as riboflavin, calcium, protein and active yogurt...

Canned cheese is becoming a popular staple. Previously unavailable in the United States, this handy product has a variety of uses. Although traditional cheese products will likely offer greater...

Bulk food is a way for households or businesses to purchase foods in larger quantities, which in turn results in a cost savings to them, the consumer. Purchasing bulk food at a wholesale food club...

The cherry tomato has been used in a multitude of recipes for years. You'll find them in appetizers, omelets, salads, sides, pastas. They're even good straight off the vine. But what makes a...

If you want some kick in your kitchen, cilantro is the herb for you. The pungent smell and taste of this versatile plant is a must-have for anyone who wants to turn up the volume on their cooking....

Blueberries are a great part of summer produce before disappearing for another year. So how do you keep the flavor going longer than just summer? There are a variety of ways. Look below for some tips.

Potatoes are a staple in households worldwide. They are easy to grow, easy to store, and easy to prepare, with hundreds of uses. While potatoes will keep for a long time, eventually they will rot....

Hazelnuts, or filberts, are a long-time favorite nut with bakers and candy makers. Usually a bit pricey, they aren't commonly found in the household, but with increased production, they are now...

In many areas, sweet potatoes are a fall and winter treat. A favorite at the Thanksgiving dinner table, sweet potatoes can be both sweet and savory, and they are high in many nutrients, like...

Fresh parsley is a great way to brighten up your meals. There are multiple ways that you can store parsley to get many weeks of use out of it. Many people have personal preferences, so it is up to...

Before refrigeration, people had to utilize their own ingenuity and natural resources to keep food fresh. Most fruits are seasonal, and getting them to stay fresh for long periods of time is...

Here are some helpful tips on how you can be cheap and eat healthy.

Autumn has fallen upon us and with it comes a harvest of flavorful sweet potatoes. These tasty orange roots are not only sweet and yummy, but good for you too! Autumn also brings us Thanksgiving...

Honey is one of nature’s sweet gifts. To enjoy your own honey, simply let the bees do most of the work. Honeybees gather nectar from a variety of flowers and place it into the...

Cantaloupe is one of the most popular fruits available, and with good reason. It is low in calories, nutritious and has a mild taste and delightful aroma. But there is nothing worse than cutting...

What is buttermilk? Well, in colonial America, and even later, buttermilk was what was left over after making butter. It was different than today's buttermilk, with bits of butter floating in it...

Produce at the grocery store often looks fine, but once you get it home, you realize that it's dry, mealy, and flavorless on the inside? Avocados are especially hard to choose, since a lot of...

Freshly squeezed lemons or limes can add a fresh, delicious flavor to drinks and prepared dishes. By using a hand squeezer, you can eliminate much of the work and mess associated with squeezing...

Here is how to keep eggs for up to two weeks or more without refrigeration.

It's easy to save big by buying whole grains and dried foods. Foods such as dry beans, lentils, rice, and other grains will store well in the proper conditions. Invest in some storage...

My garden grows an abundance of fresh herbs over the summer growing season and I refuse to loose one ounce of herbalisous goodness when the weather turns cold. Here's a simple trick that can...

It can be incredibly frustrating to struggle with a jar lid that won't budge. Lids can get stuck due to a number of causes, but fortunately, there are just as many ways to get them loose again. As...

Aerosol cooking spray is among the most popular kitchen shortcuts, but there are reasons why many home cooks avoid it. The propellants used in most sprays have been known to weaken the non-stick...

Pomegranates are a fruit thought to have originated in the Mediterranean. They are about the size of a baseball and have a red leathery rind that, when peeled away, reveals small ruby-like edible...

Avocados are among the most flavorful, decadent and succulent fruits in the world! But, if you are an avid fruit eater, you have probably noticed that the fruit can be difficult to catch in its...

Mung bean sprouts are the most commonly consumed sprout on the planet, and for good reason. Not only are mung bean sprouts fun and easy to grow, they are delicious and packed full of vitamins,...

Learn tips on how to make the wheels for the baby stroller and fill it with fruit in this free video clip.

Learn some tips on the best way to display a fruit peacock centerpiece in this free video clip.

Learn tips on how to draw the swan's head and neck when designing a fruit centerpiece in this free video clip.

While fresh fruits and vegetables are essential to a healthy, balanced diet, fresh produce loses its appeal after spending excess time in the fridge. Luckily, you can keep your vegetables fresher...

Learn how to cut bell peppers with expert tips on preparing fruit in this free cooking video clip.