Cooking Techniques

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...

Recycle empty baby food jars by using them to churn small batches of butter. Heavy cream has enough butterfat to separate and form fresh creamy butter when agitated. Dropping a clean marble in...

With a little shaking and the help of a marble, it is easy to make fresh butter at home in empty baby food jars. This simple homemade butter recipe is so much fun you'll want to get the rest of...

Apple butter is a sweet, smooth, spicy spread made from apples. There is no butter in apple butter; it gets its name from the smooth texture and the way it spreads so nicely on buttered toast....

Fresh, homemade hash browns are amazing; there is nothing like them! This step by step guide will show you how to make them at home to enjoy!

Eggs are an economical food that can be prepared in countless ways by gourmet cooks and novices alike. Scrambling is one of the most popular ways to prepare an egg. For perfect scrambled eggs with...

The key to perfect fudge is, I feel, all in the cooking and just the right amount of ingredient's. Lets get started!

Churning butter is an ancient art, one that has been practiced across the world by many different cultures. Although the paddle churn used in Mongolia to churn yak butter may look different from...

Toasted pecans are delicious simply eaten as a snack. They're also delicious when toasted and added to a salad. Toasting pecans given them a stronger flavor and makes them extra crunchy.

This is a recipe on how to extract buttermilk and Clarified butter from sweet cream unsalted butter. You can use this recipe for coleslaw, hollandaise, roux (used to thicken soups and such) and...

Nonfat dry milk can be purchased in any grocery store and is a great way to have milk on hand for drinking, cooking and baking if your family doesn't use a lot of fresh milk. It is possible to...

I cringe when I see perfectly good Pancakes thrown in the Wastebasket because the Cook considers them an excess - a waste! Of course you want to prepare enough so that Family or Guests can have...

Since peanut butter first hit the American market in the early 1900s, it has earned its reputation as an all-time favorite sandwich spread, touted for its economical and nutritional value. The...

Corn on the cob is so good fresh from the farmers market and steaming hot on your plate. Boiling in water simply takes away much of the nutritional value but steaming keeps the corn flavorful and...

Sometimes when making sunny side up eggs, the yolk will break when it hits the pan. Making eggs should not be frustrating, but after mastering a few tricks of the trade, you too can cook the most...

Making your own butter may sound like an unnecessary chore, but it can actually be a fun activity. A simple homemade butter churn can turn making butter into an enjoyable rainy-day project for...

Who says you can't have a good breakfast when you're in a hurry? Read this to find out how!

When you're melting chocolate, moisture is your worst enemy. If it creeps into your chocolate at an inopportune moment, it can wreak havoc with your melting process. It's not impossible to recover...

There isn't much better than a good meal while camping and this one is sure to please. The best part is that it makes individual portions for each camper, can be premade, and is a breeze to make...

At last, the secret to a truly flaky and tender piecrust! The secret is simply keeping each ingredient very cold and not overworking the dough. Even Food Network chefs use the packaged store...

Macadamia nut oil is growing in popularity each day. This oil tastes very similar to other oils, but is far healthier than other alternatives. It is low in saturated fats, and is particularly...

Croissants are a buttery, flaky pastry usually eaten at breakfast. While croissants are a French staple, they actually originated in Austria. Croissants are an extremely versatile food; they can...

Dying popcorn is an original way to add a little twist to a favorite snack. Colorful popcorn is also very popular at holidays, such as Christmas and Halloween, with many people using it for...

Making buttermilk, yogurt, butter and soft cheeses at home is not hard to do. All can be made with ingredients picked up at any grocery store. The resulting products will taste fresher, and you...

Apple butter is a dark, thick spread made from apples, lemon juice, sugar, and spices---a very concentrated applesauce. Contrary to its name, apple butter generally contains little to no butter. ...

Would you like to have the most succulent and flavorful corn on the cob of your life? Here is the simple, fast, and easy way to get it!

How to make a box cake mix taste like an homemade cake and its easy

This quick, no-hassle method for making white rice was developed by trial and error. Now, I receive nothing but compliments on this standard side dish. You will too.

Mashed potatoes are one of those favorite side dishes that complement a wide variety of main dishes. When serving beef, pork, chicken or turkey, buttery mashed potatoes are the perfect...

Does your white rice come out over cooked, under cooked or burnt? I will tell you how to make good, fluffy white rice in 20 minutes. This is not using instant rice! These steps are for 2 cups...

As any parent will admit, children can be picky eaters. Often parents who encourage a vegan lifestyle for their children find difficulty when feeding other children. Birthday parties can be...

Popcorn is the yummy comfort food that goes great with a rented movie on a quiet night at home. Give movie night a little zing by adding some cheese to your popcorn. Preparation time is only...

It is often difficult to calculate food quantities and serving portions. If the food comes prepackaged, the label will tell you the quantity of a single serving of food, along with how many...

Canned vegetables are popular for many reasons and most people have at least a few sitting on their pantry shelf. They are a convenient alternative to fresh produce which isn’t always available....

Apple butter, with its sweet and nutty flavor, is a treat on a simple slice of bread or a bagel, or it can serve as a replacement for regular butter in a baking recipe. When it comes to cooking,...

If you are on a low-saturated-fat diet or are just looking to cut down on "bad" fats (like saturated fat) and increase your intake of "good" fats (such as monounsaturated fat), substituting canola...

Adding cheese to your diet opens up a whole new world, and not just a world of nutritional value. Cheeses range widely in texture, consistency and flavor. Because of this, techniques for cooking...

Phyllo, filo or fillo are all different names for the same flaky dough that is used to make many Greek pastries such as baklava and spankopitas. It is sold in the freezer case of most grocery...

Corn on the Cob is crucial to your barbeque. Best of all it is really cheap to pick up at the store and cooks up on the grill in about 20 minutes. These instructions are the way I cook it…very...

Often the first time a home cook makes butter it's an accident when whipping cream for a dessert. Once homemade butter is tasted, however, you may never go back to store-bought butter. Homemade...

Ghee is butter that has been clarified to remove all of the milk solids. The result is a clear, rich butter that does not burn easily and adds flavor to many kinds of dishes. Though ghee is...

French toast is a great way to start the day. Extra cinnamon makes it even better. This delicious treat will wake up your taste buds and make you smile.

Use this method to melt butter in the microwave and it will melt evenly and quickly without making a mess by exploding in your microwave!

Grilling Corn is very easy to do, and you can't beat the taste.

Mahi is a saltwater fish that is commonly called the dolphin fish, even though it has no relation to the dolphin family. It is favored for cooking due to its texture and mild flavor. Because it is...

Crepes are versatile, fancy and can add a French touch to any dinner or desert course. Crepe recipes seem simple, but aspiring cooks are often disappointed that their crepes don't turn out like...

Children and vegetables: It has always been a difficult relationship. Parents hope their children will eat the vegetables on their plate and children wish they would just disappear. With a few...

Steaming broccoli with a steamer has many benefits over other cooking methods such as boiling. The vegetables retain all of their nutrients, vitamins, and minerals, plus they taste great. Steaming...

Roasted Brazilian nuts are a tasty, healthy snack. Instead of buying expensive roasted nuts, try roasting Brazilian nuts on your own. Regardless of which of the four methods you choose to roast...