Cooking Techniques

Grill meats and vegetables on a gas cooktop with the help of a grill pan. Many sizes of grill pans are available to give foods the appetizing grill marks and the taste of high heat cooking. The...

Burning food does not produce tasty results---especially in soup---but a quick-fix remedy to get a scorched taste out of soup could sit in your kitchen cabinets. To avoid scorching your soup in...

Grilling is the process of cooking food over a direct heat source. There are many ways to grill food, a few of the most common ways are by using a charcoal, gas or open flamed grill. When it comes...

For optimal safety, you should use a frying thermometer at all times, but for those occasions when you do not have a thermometer, you can use this old-fashioned method for approximating the...

Oil is a necessary part of cooking--whether used to grease cake pans, flavor pasta or fry just about anything. It can also be one of the most dangerous parts of cooking because of its ability to...

Rotisserie is a method of cooking by roasting meat slowly over low heat, turning it constantly on a spit. The result is meat with a crisp outside and juicy, flavorful inside. Rotisseries can be...

Soy milk is a liquid made from ground and processed soybeans. It has a similar texture to cow or other animal's milk, but it is completely dairy free. Soy milk can be used as a milk substitute for...

A cast iron skillet is a time honored way to prepare fried potatoes. Potatoes fried in a cast iron skillet turn out crisp on the outside and soft on the inside. Potatoes can be sliced or cubed and...

Many recipes and even some craft-making instructions call for using the double-boiler technique. This technique allows you to heat delicate foods and craft materials safely with out scalding or...

Stove-top grills are usually ridged griddles designed to cover one or two burners on the stove. They allow the chef to prepared grilled entrees indoors, as the ridges in the pan lift the food from...

A restaurant-style hibachi grill is one of the easiest surfaces to cook on. The large, flat stainless steel surface makes multitasking different portions a cinch, and the ease of use makes...

If you are looking to prepare delicious succulent meat for your next dinner or outdoor party, smoking may be the way to go. Slow-smoking your meat vs. grilling will guarantee tenderness as well...

Grilling food is an American tradition. From meat and fruit to vegetables and dessert, some people use the grill for many types of foods. While grilling is versatile, not every grill comes...

Wood burning stoves are much more efficient cookers than you may realize. True they take some getting used to, and you may have to enjoy a few failures before you achieve success, but mastering...

Mullet fish are a distinctive-tasting seafood choice. They are a perennial favorite in Florida, where these fish remain plentiful off the Gulf Coast. Although mullet fish can be prepared in a...

Grilling is an easy way to prepare meat, seafood and vegetables and add flavor without increasing fat or calories. To ensure that your grilled foods are cooked to perfection, follow some basic...

Anyone who wants to know how to make sticky rice. Instructions and recipe on how to make sticky rice for beginners.

Grilling and smoking are two very different cooking techniques. Although there are a number of products that can both grill and smoke, traditional smokers differ in a number of ways from...

Grilling potato wedges is a tasty way to fix potatoes along with steaks, hamburgers or hot dogs and have a full meal cooked and ready to serve. For grilling, use regular baking potatoes or the...

The firebox is also sometimes called the fire pit and is located on one side of the smoker. The firebox is typically on the side of the smoker so that direct heat isn't below the meat. Fireboxes...

Have you ever wondered what to do with all of those left overs? Or how to get those teenagers to eat healthy while you are away on business? If you live alone but still love to cook; this is...

Rotisserie cooking is a form of grilling with indirect heat cooks slowly rotating food, evenly roasting and browning all sides. Large pieces of meat are skewered on a rotisserie fork and hung over...

Stir-frying is traditionally performed at very high temperatures in a wok or another cooking vessel with long, curved edges -- and often uses peanut oil, instead of olive oil or butter. Most...

There are still backyard chefs out there who say nothing can do as good a job of grilling as their old charcoal grill. However, those are probably the same folks who haven't taken the time to...

A panini is an Italian-inspired sandwich that is pressed together. Paninis are heated on both sides at the same time, unlike a grilled cheese that is fried on the stovetop. A secondary skillet, or...

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.

Spring lamb is a succulent, versatile meat that provides a welcome change from beef. Lamb steaks are cut from the back leg and shoulder of the animal. Shoulder meat will contain more muscle and...

Chocolate bark can be made using a multitude of flavorings and ingredients. The following recipe shows the basic technique that almost anyone can do. Chocolate bark makes a great gift idea or...

Learn how to easily cook black beans in a pressure cooker with these simple steps.

Roast garlic is a popular dish, both as an accompaniment or an ingredient to a main dish or as a stand-alone dish that is easily spread on French bread or even crackers. The trick to roasting...

Outdoor grilling is enjoyed by millions and is a near-sacred practice for some. Nothing can quite match the taste of a well-grilled summer meal, and cleanliness is part of doing it well and...

A solar cooker is a small insulated box lined with highly reflective colors to bring in as much of the sun's energy as possible. The inside of the box is often lined with reflective material and...

Goods eggs begin with proper storage and a proper cooking method.

Corn on the cob cooked properly is one of the best summertime treats there is. Get ready to make some yourself with these easy steps. Plus this corn on the cob is always perfect, without any...

The best summer food comes straight off the grill, but if you don't understand how to barbecue, you will experience flare-ups and blackened meat with raw cold centers. It's all in understanding...

A double boiler is an excellent tool when cooking something that can burn easily like ganache or custards. It works through indirect moist heat limiting the potential for scorching. This example...

Barbecue smokers are different from grills. A grill uses direct heat, placing the food directly over the coals. A smoker has two chambers, separating the heat from the food and allowing the food...

Making homemade broth can be done quickly in a pressure cooker. By gathering a few vegetable scraps or using the leftover bones from roast chicken, you can make a rich and flavorful broth in a...

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...

Cooking with a deep fryer can take your relationship with food to a whole new level if done properly. Many people think of greasy, saturated foods when they hear the words "deep fry," but that...

Some recipes call for peeled tomatoes. But just how do you do that? You may be surprised at how easy it actually is! Just follow these simple steps.

Microwaves contain tubes called magnetrons that convert magnetic and electrical currents into heat. When a microwave is plugged into an electric wall socket and turned on, the electricity reaches...

A rotisserie is made up of a spit, a turning motor and a heat source. The spit is a rod that holds the meat securely enough that, when it turns, the meat will spin with the spit instead of freely...

A thick steak can be tricky to cook to perfection. Each individual has a different taste pallet, thus a perfect steak for one may not be so perfect for another. Deciding the desired flavor and...

Those interested in grilling can get fast results with an infrared grill. Heavy meats are purchased and placed on a metal grate. The infrared heat rises out of the burner and cooks the meat for a...

When warm weather hits, people begin to think about summer foods. One of those foods is Italian sausage served with peppers and onions on a fresh baked roll. While it may still be too cold to fix...

While we usually use the word "microwave" to refer to a microwave oven, a microwave is actually a type of tiny radio wave. In the same way that the sun's rays can pass through your window and heat...

Cast iron is amazing at delivering great food. If it is seasoned properly it will provide a natural non-stick surface each and every time you cook. Since it absorbs heat it provides nice even heat...

["Quick and Easy" Recipe #6] Cooking scrambled eggs with cheese like the pro’s is easy and I will show you the secret I learned while working in the restaurant industry. Any good...

I have always loved the simplicity of a well made bowl of rice. As a child, I waited eagerly to eat at a certain friend's house, where this simple grain was a common treat. As an adult, I seem...