Food & Drink

My mother taught me how to make biscuits without measuring when I was just a little girl. I learned to cook and bake the old fashioned way as Mom called out the instructions and I followed the...

Homemade chocolates are especially fun to make and give as gifts during the holidays. There are several ways to make chocolates including dipping and using molds.

This is a great recipe for Turkey Stroganoff Skillet. Including prep time, this recipe should only take 30 minutes to make! Great for families and an easy yummy dinner for busy people! Try it...

Are you a big coffee drinker? Many people wake up and start their morning with a fresh cup of coffee. Have you ever wakened up to the fact that you have no coffee filters or instant coffee? For...

A constant problem with buying produce is having to throw it away after a few days due to it becoming brown, wilted, or rotten. Here are a few tips that will help keep your fruits and vegetables...

Purchasing a wine decanter is more than just running to the store and picking up the first one you see on the store shelf. It takes careful planning and thought to purchase the right decanter for...

this is a super easy dish to make which is perfect as an appetizer.. you can serve it as pica pica with beer or your choice of alcohol.. or as an entree to go with any beefy main course.. this is...

Anyone can cook steak on the grill but to have a finished product that is better than a 5 star steak house is quite something else! Find out how here.

Need a unique side dish that takes longer to eat than to make? I got the perfect thing for you! This dish is popular with everyone in my family including the kids! I started making this for...

Like sweet potatoes. Have you ever had sweet potatoes fried? If not you have been missing one tasty food. Recipe for two.

My husband expects this cornbread everyday for supper. This method of making cornbread has been handed down through my family for many generations. My mother starting teaching me to make bread...

Many of us eat spaghetti sauce from out of a can. It's fast, convenient, and really not the same as homemade. Making your own spaghetti sauce is pretty easy and surprisingly quick. Your...

Nothing is quite as warming on a cold winter's day as a piping hot bowl of butternut squash and carrot soup. While zero point soups are delightful, they aren't as comforting as a rich, homemade...

Getting dinner on the table in a timely manner doesn't mean you have to go out and eat expensive and unhealthy fast food. Here is a recipe that is quick, easy, and delicious! In fact, this is so...

If you'd like to serve something that will wow and impress try this pumpkin soup served in it's own pumpkin shell. The pumpkin tureen makes a lovely centerpiece and the soup is a wonderful family...

A quick and easy way to cut up and make delicious french fries/steak fries. A couple of different great flavor ideas/recipes will be included.

Chances are you make turkey gravy only once or twice a year. And, once or twice a year you battle the lumps, grease and bland flavor in hopes of making the perfect topping for your mashed...

You’re young, you’re broke and you’re hungry but you don’t have much to eat in the refrigerator. All you have is the remnants of a 3 day old pizza, but who wants to eat cold pizza? You don’t own...

After owning and operating an ice cream store for a year now, I have learned how to put together some ice cream dishes that a lot of people have raved about. A banana split is a very complex yet...

You’re young, you’re broke and you’re hungry but you don’t have much to eat in the refrigerator. All you seem to be able to find is a package of hot dogs. You don’t own a toaster oven and you’re...

It can be tough to choose a good cereal for yourself or your family. Most kids want to eat the high sugar, high calorie cereals that are shown in most commercials. A lot of grown up are just as...

Household sugar is often made from sugar cane, but this is not the only source of sugar. When making sugar at home, it is more sensible to extract it from sugar beets, since these are easier to...

How to make classic caramel apples at home.

I discovered this recipe when I started working out. It was given to me by my fitness instructor and it was my very first fitness food that I made at home. These muffins are really good and can be...

Pumpkin pies are easy to bake. They also create a delicious treat for all fall festivities. Here's how to bake one.

Dungeness crab is a medium-sized crustacean, 6 to 10 inches across, native to the U.S. West Coast. It is highly regarded in culinary circles for its full, almost buttery, flavor, but eating one...

Corn syrup and its commercial version, high fructose corn syrup, sweeten many common food items, soda, cookies, yogurt and even canned fruit. It is a man-made caloric sweetener. Corn syrup is made...

Shirataki noodles are made from an Asian plant that has been dried and ground into flour. Shirataki noodles are not a new food but are becoming increasingly popular with those who are trying to...

Every year, millions of people buy bottled water for its convenience and portability. For people who have bottles of water sitting unused in their car or pantry, however, knowing whether the water...

Food dehydrators are appliances that preserve fruits, vegetables and meats by removing their water content. The foods can be used as snacks or stored for later use in cooking.

You have probably heard the horrors of leaving potato or egg salad out on the counter, and you undoubtedly know that you must store that Thanksgiving stuffing in the fridge. But, do you know the...

Any professional barista will tell you that steaming milk for espresso drinks is a high art. While that explanation may justify the price you pay for a cappuccino, using your milk steamer is...

In this HowTo we're going to cook some grilled Garlic and Sea Salt Asparagus. This is one of the most used vegetables in my home and I usually prepare it this way. This side goes great with a...

Lime zest is the thin outer green peel of the lime that contains the majority of the fruit's flavorful oils. Both sweet and savory dishes often call for lime zest to add a tangier, more refreshing...

Sausage casings come in many varieties to suit the multitude of meat options. Consider your ingredients and your cooking methods before choosing the casing that holds your custom sausage blend.

A recurring problem in the bar and restaurant industry is dealing with the dingy smoke film left behind on drinking glasses and stemware. Patrons who regularly frequent bars and nightclubs include...

Agave wine has long been popular in Mexico, and is growing in popularity in the States. It is made from the same plant as tequila, and therefore has a similar flavor. Agave wine is much lower in...

Malt extract is a liquid derived from malt, which in turn is derived from the roots of grains like rye or barley. Malt extract serves a number of purposes in cooking.

Muscadine grapes are large, thick-skinned, big-seeded grapes that are tasty to cook with due to their sweet wine taste. Ranging in color from bronze to dark purple to black when ripe, these...

Electric ovens offer several advantages to baking, once you learn how to properly use them. When baking cakes in electric ovens, certain actions should be taken to ensure that your cake cooks...

Ever feel the urge to have freshly baked bread for a meal or a dinner party, only to discover that the only dough in your house is frozen solid? There are several ways to fast-thaw your frozen...

Sometimes the same old recipe with a simple tea bag and water gets a bit dull. With the recipe below, you will reinvigorate your tea drinking and experience a new flavor sensation. Chocolate and...

Many people love the taste and textures of dried fruits, vegetables and meats. Dehydration is a great way to extend the shelf life to enjoy a seasonal food year-round.

Electric food dehydrators come with stackable trays and can dry meat, fruit, vegetables, herbs and flowers. Electric food dehydrators have a wide range of advantages, including food preservation,...

Sweet, tangy mango sauce is a natural on baked goods, ice cream, yogurt, meat and fish. Fresh mango sauce is easy and expensive to make with a few ingredients, basic knowledge of cooking...

A fryer chicken is classified by the age and size of the bird. Although its name suggests frying, you can cook a fryer chicken using any method you desire, according to the Food Network.

Sanding sugar is a type of confectionery ingredient used in baking. It is sweet like other types of sugar, but coarser.

Weber grills famously burn charcoal, cooking food in a metal kettle with a cooking grate. Cooking on a Weber charcoal grill presents various challenges and problems in meal timing and safety....

The origin of the coconut palm is largely disputed in the scientific community.No matter it's origin, the coconut tree has sustained tropical cultures throughout time and is truly a plant with a...

The Green Star Juicer has many uses, along with juicing whole foods it can also be used to make healthy ice cream. The twin gears in the Green Star Juicer make it not only possible but also...