The secret to making good rice is not to lift the lid while it's cooking. Serves four.
Brown rice is just white rice with the bran still on. It has a nutty flavor and more nutrients than white rice, but it takes about twice as long to cook. Serves four .
Jambalaya is a robust rice dish that evolved as Acadian settlers used the available Louisiana ingredients and the influence of native tribes and African slaves in a "make do" kind of way. You may...
Ah, an American classic. This makes about four juicy burgers.
Use this just like you would use Tabasco or any red pepper sauce. Makes 1/2 cup.
A quick meal for those nights when you don't feel like cooking. Serves two.
Capture summer in a jar by brewing tea in the warmth of the sun.
Lemonade, that classic summer quencher, can easily be made from scratch. The best version combines a simple sugar syrup and fresh squeezed lemon juice. This recipe serves two. Here are a few easy...
Add a little "lagniappe" (a Cajun term for an expected gift) to your barbecue with this simplified Cajun classic. Serves two for a main dish, or could be used as an appetizer for a party.
If you don't like tea, perhaps it's because you've only been treated to lukewarm water and a bag of Lipton's. But a proper pot of tea is something to savor - especially when you're feeling parched.
Amaze your friends by garnishing your desserts with flowers made from nuts, chocolate, kumquats, or maraschino cherries.
When you make a green salad, the most important thing is to dry the leaves completely before tossing. You don't want extra water to dilute your dressing.
An espresso is a high-pressure extraction of coffee from a special machine. These instructions will vary depending on the type of machine you have, but the basics are the same for all.
Drip, or filtered, coffee can be made in electric drip coffeepots or simply by placing a filter holder over a pot or cup.
Fresh whole artichokes are fun to eat--just be sure to have some receptacles around for the discarded leaves. Artichokes are not only eaten, they can also be used to make tea and Cynar, which is...
Mmmm... corn on the cob, the essence of summer. But corn's also great cut off the cob and sautéed. Make sure you buy your corn unhusked for optimum freshness. Here are a few easy steps to help you...
If you're reading this, don't be embarrassed. We all have to learn some time.
Oh, no! You've mixed up the eggs in your refrigerator and can't tell which are hard-boiled and which are raw! Relax - here's an easy test.
There are so many ways to prepare a chicken. You can bake it, fry it, stir fry it or grill it, to name a few options. Cooking chicken on the grill brings out great flavors, whether you're grilling...
Grilled hot dogs and hamburgers are a sure-fire hit with kids of all ages. It's simple to do and doesn't take very long to cook. There's a reason why you'll find burgers and hot dogs on almost...
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