Food & Drink

Almond milk and rice milk are often used as milk alternatives. Available in plain, vanilla, chocolate and sometimes even egg nog flavor, these beverages can be a lifesaver for milk lovers who are...

Hawaiian fruit kabobs are a simple-to-make crowd pleaser and an ideal recipe for summer entertaining that can be served throughout the year. The combination of a fragrant marinade, sweet fruits...

Corned beef must be kept moist and cook longer than other meats, because it is a less tender meat. It can come from a brisket, round or rump cut. Follow all cooking instructions when cooking...

Making wine may seem difficult, but it's actually relatively easy. You can make wine from scratch at home using freshly picked fruit or fruit purchased at a local grocery, either fresh or frozen....

Icing can transform a cake, cupcakes, batch of brownies or cookies from plain to festive with the swipe of a butter knife. Tubs of frosting on the grocery store shelves usually come in only a...

Nonstick pots and pans always have a certain caution attached to them: Never use abrasive scouring pads or anything that could scratch the nonstick surface when cooking with or cleaning the...

Deep-fried turkey has rapidly become a popular, festive family main course. The technique used to deep fry turkey consists mostly of preparation, patience and caution. To achieve the perfect...

Acid reflux is a condition that affects many people. Acid reflux can be caused by the overproduction of acid in the stomach. Acid reflux is a condition that can be controlled just by changing...

Flour can be made from any type of milled grain, although baking flour is usually made from wheat. Baking flour serves a variety of purposes for making goodies such cakes, pastries and bread.

Since the invention of the microwave oven, an entire generation has grown up without learning many of the most basic techniques of stove top cooking. Even rice comes in freezer bags that you just...

Grilling is a straight forward cooking technique enjoyed year round--indoors or out. Because flavors of food concentrate with the high heat, no butter, cheese or other fat needs to be added. If...

You can flavor pumpkin seeds in many ways, but first you have to get them out of the pumpkin. There's no short-cut for this--just scoop them out and remove as much of the pulp as you can. Rinse...

If you want to smoke a brisket or other meat "Texas style," you will want to use a Texas smoker, which is simply a charcoal or wood-burning barbecue smoker that is separate from the smoking...

Cheesecake pans, also known as springform pans, are very much like regular cake pans, except they are a bit more complicated. Springform pans are designed to gently release cakes, specifically...

This article will save money and keep your chips from getting stale.

Chicken tortellini pasta salad is a quick and easy dish that can be made in a matter of a 1/2 hour total. Using about 8 simple ingredients, you can have a delicious meal that the whole family...

Almost all of us don’t eat as many vegetables as we should, despite knowing they lower the risk of disease and keep our weight down by filling us up faster. Eating fruits and vegetables isn't a...

Ever wanted to make a dish that's talk of the town? Well these Great Beef Enchiladas are sure to be a hit. And just to let you know I always receive alot of compliments on them.

Bread, butter and Cheddar cheese with a little mayo - here's a way to make this classic sandwich a little different.

Do you find yourself tearing up often...whenever cutting onions? These negative little vegetables should never get the best of you! Here's how to nix watery eyes.

A recipe jar is a wonderful and easy homemade gift idea. That is practical yet personal because it is homemade. But of course during the Holiday season you can often find them prepackaged sitting...

This is a super easy and fast shrimp dinner. Step by step, you can make it all in one skillet and it feeds 8 with leftovers! Go down the grocery list and have everything in the pantry or freezer...

This recipe can be modified to make mayonnaise or salad dressing. Homemade mayonnaise is very tasty and can be made with almost any cooking type oil. This is a great advantage because we can use...

A wonderful pie crust pays tribute to a myriad of fillings and fruits by cradling them in delectable, tender, and subtly flavored pastry. Pie Crust should always be flaky, never chewy, never...

T his is a nice,tasty, very healthy and oh so easy to do smoothie that's cost effective in our economic times and everyone going green This is a good alternative for a sugar filled snack that...

Save money on takeout Thai food by creating an authentic Pad Thai for two at home. It's inexpensive, delicious and easy!

Directions Dice the Roma Tomatoes, and place in a large heavy bottom kettle, set aside. Chop the onions, bell pepper and mince the garlic. Set aside in separate bowls. Cut the Oregano,...

This pasta dish is made from scratch, but is still quick and easy and a great way to make use of leftover potatoes that you may have after a big dinner. Gnocchi is usually served as a satisfying...

New to avocados and not sure how best to enjoy one? Here’s a few steps and tips you can follow before digging into that rich, creamy, nutritious goodness:

Slow cooking meat is not a new method for cooking but has been around for centuries. The benefit of slow cooking is that more of the juice stays in the meat due to the cell structure not...

Coffee liqueur is one of yummiest liqueurs there are. I consider it a gift from Mexico. Homemade anything is usually yummier than store-bought. Consider ice cream, bread, or chili, for instance....

Everybody knows that wine is an alcoholic beverage made from fermented grape juice. It goes through various processes from growing the grapes, picking and crushing them, to allowing the juice to...

Tired of the same old beer taste? i know i was. and the price was outrageous. one day i ran across an advertisement, "brew your own beer" it said, after checking it out i decided that...

Here is some inspiration to make a healthy breakfast burrito. My Granpa inspired this recipe. His favorite breakfast food was scrambled eggs with green beans. It’s not a popular combination,...

This is an old recipe that my Grandma used to make for us all the time and if we would have been thinking, we would have gotten a Patend on it and been very rich. It is just yummy!!

Granola bars are a great healthy breakfast for people who find themselves rushing out the door each morning. Make these chewy granola bars ahead of time and you'll have plenty to get you through...

The fall and winter months for many of us mean less daylight and colder weather. We crave warm foods, especially soups that are hardy but also healthy, low-fat and low in calories. My minestrone...

Caregivers, do you have a hard time finding low sugar desserts to serve your clients or diabetic family members? Making a low sugar muffin or cake is really easy. If you can find a sugar free...

This is a delicious recipe for cheese fondue. If you haven't tried making fondue before, it's an easy, fun and delicious meal that the entire family will love.

This is an easy recipe to make Hashbrown Casserole (sometimes called Texas Potatoes, Cheesy Potatoes or Texas Hashbrown Casserole). Everyone loves it, it's quick and easy cheesy potato goodness!...

Wheat breads are perfect for jams, jellies, and butter. Wheat breads are healthy, too. Making it is quite easy. There are even recipes, which do not require kneading the dough. However, in this...

Irish stew is a wonderful, and quick stew. Here learn how to make a great pótaire ( drunkard's )Irish stew.

Trying to decide what to make for dinner after a long day of work can be hard sometimes. If your looking for something easy and delicious to make for dinner tonight and something that everyone...

Okay, so making s’mores on the barbecue grill may take some of the fun out of it. But it also removes the hassle and more importantly the danger especially when dealing with little ones. And...

I am going to take you step-by-step on how to make this Mexican Fiesta dinner in less than 30 minutes. Chicken Quesadillas, Mexican Rice and Sweet Corn Cake. Quick recipes I love! Being a mom,...

No matter how hard one tries, when eating a PBJ sandwich, a glob of jelly escapes. Jelly rarely sticks to anything but clothing. Then, there is the stain to remember to soak before washing. Try...

The Holidays are here and it's time to get out the good china. Start the holidays with a recipe from Italy and from an old family secret. The Perfect Italian based turkey with all the trimmings.

Are you on the Go? Always busy? Need something to go with the Roast chicken you bought from the market to wow the kids, husband, bf, or friends in general, or for that matter even yourself? Well...

Butter or margarine. Margarine or butter. Either can add flavor to everything it touches. Here are some ways to jazz up our all time favorite.

In this article you'll learn how to make a delicious Thanksgiving turkey than you and the whole family will love.