Cooking Techniques

One of the best ways to add extra flavor to dishes and give them a more powerful taste is to add roasted chili peppers. Most grocery stores carry them in a can, but canned ones can't match the...

Sautéing food is a convenient and flexible way to prepare a meal, but pork, chicken, and other meats, may dry out if left to cook too long. Try these steps to make sure your dish is juicy,...

When deep frying a turkey it is best to inject the bird with marinade. This imparts flavor, moisturizes, and tenderizes the turkey. With injection flavor is infused deep inside the meat. Also...

Nothing beats walking into a theater and smelling that fresh popcorn. This guide will teach you how to make the same popcorn at home using the same methods.

The fully automated SOLAR, is a heavy duty, portable, commercial grade shop coffee roaster. It features a built-in computerized program that controls all the roasting process automatically...

After reading this article you will be able to add delicious smoke flavor to all of your foods. The article demonstrates both "hot smoking" and "cold smoking" so you can...

This is how to make fudge the old fashioned way with a few simple ingredients. You don't need anything special and the method is easy. The kitchen will be fragrant with the lovely smell and of...

Ever try to barbecue a nice steak and end up with shoe leather? Worry no more, a perfect steak every time, with this simple cooking method.

See those great lemon twists on your martini when you were at the bar last night? Now you can create the same great garnish for your own cocktails while bartending at home and be the life of the...

Grilling has historically been known as a manly skill. Though many boys grow up never getting experience in this skill. People just assume everyone knows how long to cook a well done steak. Below...

Grilling has historically been known as a manly skill. Though many boys grow up never getting experience in this skill. People just assume everyone knows how long to cook a medium well steak. ...

There is nothing better than biting into the first batch of chocolate cookies when they are fresh from the oven. Learn how to keep them that way with this simple trick.

Do you love Mac n cheese? Well have I got a recipe for you. It took me forever to find a recipe to find something like this one to satisfy my cheesy need for a great casserole. I enjoy being able...

Pecans have been a favorite nut for a long time. They are great to eat in deserts, they are great as toppings, and they are wonderful eaten alone. The best part is that they are healthy and...

There always was that apple butter that was so very dark. Lots of folks like it that way. I prefer something a little different. At last, someone came up with a tried and true recipe that...

Baked potatoes are an easy to prepare and tasty side dish that you can serve with any meal. Or you can dress up a baked potato and serve it alone for a simple and satisfying lunch or dinner. ...

Cooking corn on the cob in the microwave oven is quick and easy. It’s certainly quicker and easier than boiling ears of corn on the stovetop. Corn cooked properly in the microwave comes out...

My grandma used to cook everything from scratch. She would make breakfast from scratch, lunch from scratch and dinner from scratch. We had loaf from scratch, salad that seemed to include...

PAH is caused when meat drippings fall onto charcoal or a hot grill element. PAH is polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons which may cause cancer. Then they are deposited on the food by flame-ups and...

It's that time of year when we are all preparing large dinners ,or helping to prepare. Whether you have all the new up-to-date equipment, or actually still believe in the old fashion ,hands on...

No hot dog buns? No problem. Are you afraid that your hot dog wiener will roll out of a folded slice of bread? Do you think a regular slice of bread just won't hold up? Try this easy tip. It...

Pomegranates are delicious, especially when they are ripe in late October and November, and can be used in a variety of recipes. But cutting and de-seeding them can be a messy task! Don't let it...

Do you want to know an easy way to bake potatoes directly on the outside barbecue grill? This is an easy 6 step process to show you how do accomplish the task.

Turkey is the Icon of thanksgiving. If you are stuck with the honor of cooking the Turkey this year then this is an easy way to do it.

Let's face it, 95% of us are no Sara Moulton or Emeril Lagasse, but it would be nice to learn a thing or two. There are plenty of routes you can take to becoming a master chef, or at least a...

Use this method for peeling your Holiday hard boiled eggs. No fuss, no muss.

Rice milk is a milky drink made from rice. It is often used as an alternative to dairy milk. For instance strict vegetarians may use it a lot. Those who are lactose intolerant or allergic to...

Tired of getting grease burns while trying to cook your morning eggs? Here’s an easy, safe and effective recipe to cook those delicious eggs.

Deviled eggs taste great and a great recipe for any holiday, or just a normal day supper. Here I will explain how to make them easy and quick.

Christmastime is one of the most popular times of the year for candy makers to dig out their candy thermometers and light up the faces of family, friends and colleagues with a homemade batch of...

Eggs are an inexpensive way to add some protein to your diet, but because there is a technique to cooking them, many people just settle for toast and some coffee. Here is a video outlining the...

Pressing tofu removes excess moisture which in turn allows it to absorb more flavor during the cooking process and improves it’s texture. If there is no specific reason not to do so, one should...

Being stressed for the Holiday Season, Family Gathering, or Social Function, is not what we want to be doing during the festive season. I want to be just like I see on television commercials. ...

Deviled Eggs is a dish that is used as an excellent side dish. Eggs are such a wonderful staple, and they are used to make several, no many, many dishes. This is my favorite. They can be eaten...

A great marinade is a fine way to make the novice or average cook shine. Your family and friends will be asking for repeats of dishes you can create with the right combination of flavors. The...

Find out how you can make the best spaghetti you ever ate.

Want to know the secret to good 'ole southern style fried chicken? It's buttermilk! All you need to do is soak your chicken pieces in buttermilk prior to frying and you'll have that delicious...

This recipe will allow you to cook a turkey in about 2 hours ... great for last minute cooking during the holidays!

Fried dumplings are a simple and satisfying meal. Making them can be a little tricky, however, as they are easy to burn! Here is how to make fried dumplings that are cooked nicely through and yet...

Planning menus is very confusing at times for you. You might not even be in a position to plan the menu for the night’s dinner if you are not prepared. However there is no need to look for divine...

What's that fluffy type of icing that is on coconut cakes? Well it's an icing that is made by boiling a mixture of regular sugar. Most icings are made of some mixture calling for powdered or...

Having the whole family to your house on Thanksgiving? Worried that you will not be able to get everything done? Stop worrying. There are several things you can do to destress during the holidays.

These delicious roasted potatoes are easy to make, look beautiful and complement a wide range of entrees, from chicken to beef. Plus, they taste great hot or cold. Your friends and family will...

Spaghetti squash can be a lot of fun. What a wonderful creation..... a squash that looks like pasta. It is a fun vegetable to prepare with your kids and can be served in any way pasta can.

Have you tried to make a pot of rice, but it turned out to be one big sticky and tasteless mess? Have you wondered how do the restaurants make their rice so tasty? Well, here are some tips to...

Who doesn't love southern comfort food? This is a simple "set it and forget" recipe anyone can make. It contains less fat and sodium but ultimate flavor. I hope you and your family have...

If they follow my recipe and measurements they will never again have sticky, gummy rice. It will turn out perfect every time.

Here's a list of little-known tips and techniques learned from professional chefs and cooks. You would be surprised to know how much you can learn just by working in a high-end restaurant.

It is very important when cooking meat of any kind to make sure it is cooked all the way through. Undercooked meat, poultry and fish can cause illness and food poisoning. There are simple things...

Have you ever tried grilling corn on the cob? I’ve tried this many times, sometimes in my backyard and others when I am camping. I learned the hard way that you can easily burn the corn if you...