Cooking Utensils

One of the best things about camping is the outdoor cooking. It brings thoughts of the Wild West and the rugged life of the pioneer days. Instead of cooking in a camper or RV, use old Dutch ovens...

When it comes to knives most people actually throw them away when they get dull instead of sharpening them. All knives, no matter what the quality, cost, or what the manufacturer says, need...

If you buy a brand new butcher-block wood cutting board you should season it before you use it. Seasoning a new butcher-block wood cutting board helps to prevent/slow down the absorption of...

Pampered Chef products are sold at home shows by Pampered Chef consultants. Hosting a home show is a great way to get the products absolutely free and receive discounts for one year. With these...

It's a no-brainer: most recipes need exact measurements. But do you have what it takes to tackle that cookie recipe? Maybe, maybe not. Let's find out.

Keeping chef's knives together and organized can be challenging and even dangerous if they are scattered in a drawer. Here is a simple way to keep your knives safely portable, protected and organized.

Salmon is delicious when grilled on a cedar plank. But can you use just any piece of cedar wood to grill salmon?

There are so many knives out there for the home chef that it can be a daunting task to choose the right ones. Here I will explain the different types of knives and what you actually need so you...

Learn How to Use Flat Beater feature of Stand Mixer in this free baking and kitchen appliance lesson from our catering and standing mixer expert.

Discover tips for using a fillet knife in this free online demonstration video about kitchen cutlery knives.

Learn about cutlery knives for cooking in the kitchen in this free online video clip.

Discover tips for using a chef knife in this free online video about kitchen cutlery knives.

Knives are one of the most dangerous items in your kitchen. This is especially true if you don't know how to properly store them. Before you know it, you've stuck your hand in a drawer and are on...

A carnival-style popcorn maker can make your party stand out from the ordinary. However, once the party is over, you are left with the task of cleaning the machine. Following these helpful tips,...

One of the big thrills of the summer is standing over a hot barbecue grill in the backyard grilling your favorite foods. Then comes cleaning the grill.

Cheese-making may be an difficult art, but making a cheese press is pretty easy. It is a project that can be done in an afternoon and be ready to use the next day. Plus, you can make a cheese...

Forget bleach, here is a way to clean your wooden cutting board with natural products. Go green.

A pizza peel is the professional way to keep the pizza from sticking to the pan while it bakes to perfection. One type of pizza peel is metal. You use it to loosen the bottom of the pizza from ...

Knives are among the most potentially dangerous cooking utensils in your kitchen. That's why you have to demonstrate care and concentration when using them. When you buy a knife, you want one that...

I firmly believe that everyone should have a cast iron skillet. With proper curing, or tempering, a cast iron skillet can literally be passed down generations. I have one that was my...

A meat cleaver is an essential implement in any large well-stocked kitchen. Meat cleavers are butchering implements but can be used for more than just hacking through large pieces of meat and...

There is nothing tastier than a fresh tomato in your salad, on your sandwich or added to your favorite recipe. However if you've ever tried to slice a tomato, you know that it can be difficult to...

A boning knife is specifically used to cut meat away from the bone. The blade length is usually 5 or 6 inches long, which is shorter than your typical filleting knife used for cutting fish. The...

Potato peelers are specialized kitchen helpers found in nearly every household. They are a popular alternative to using a normal knife because they are so much safer and easier to use. Parents are...

When meat, fish, poultry, vegetables and whatever else you can think of are placed on skewers and grilled, it's called kabobs, shish kabobs or brochettes. It's a great way to entertain since the...

Candy making relies on precise timing during the cooking process. A candy thermometer is your best guarantee that your candy will be the right consistency after cooking. Remember to follow your...