Cooking Basics

Where does salt come from?

Sunday, March 07, 2010
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Ordinary table salt has an interesting history

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Easy paella recipes

Friday, February 12, 2010
Yum, yum, yum!

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What to make for dinner tonight

Tuesday, January 05, 2010
This delicious recipe for Steak Diane with Egg Noodles can be prepared in under 15 minutes!

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Recipes with oranges

Wednesday, December 09, 2009
Who says orange isn’t a primary color?

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How to cook a ham

Tuesday, December 08, 2009
a glazed and sliced ham is the perfect addition to any holiday dinner table

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How to make waffles

Thursday, December 03, 2009
You don't have to be a culinary genius to create delicious waffles

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Low salt recipes

Thursday, December 03, 2009
Quick! Throw me over your shoulder!

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How to cook a duck

Wednesday, December 02, 2009
Crispy duck delight

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Christmas cookies for kids

Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Eat me first, Santa. Oh please, eat me first!

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How to make sticky rice

Monday, November 09, 2009
It's simple to learn how to make sticky rice

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How to make bread pudding

Monday, November 09, 2009
Easy recipes teach you how to make two kinds of bread pudding

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How to make bagels

Sunday, November 08, 2009
Oh, Sesame and Everything, where are you guys?

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Planning a christmas party

Wednesday, October 28, 2009
snowflake decorations, christmas lights and mood lighting - just an example of christmas themed party decor

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Thanksgiving cooking tips

Thursday, October 22, 2009
Dig in! It's time!

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Spanish coffee recipe

Wednesday, October 14, 2009
In Spain, café carajillo (Spanish Coffee) contains a small measure of brandy or rum.

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Healthy eating habits for kids

Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Establishing healthy eating habits early on will decrease your child's chances of becoming an obese adult

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Kitchen organization tips

Monday, October 05, 2009
Useful tips and ideas to improve organization and comfort in your kitchen

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Prime rib cooking

Friday, October 02, 2009
On second thought, I will stay for dinner!

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Benefits of protein

Sunday, September 27, 2009
Understanding which proteins are best for you

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Benefits of cinnamon

Sunday, September 27, 2009
Uncover and discover the wondrous delights of cinnamon

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Kabob recipes

Sunday, August 23, 2009
And now, ladies and gentlemen...Kabob!

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Summer BBQ recipes

Sunday, August 02, 2009
Gimme a fork. Now!

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Picnic menu ideas

Friday, July 31, 2009
Good things in there?

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How to make bread

Friday, March 27, 2009
Anyone can learn how to make bread with these easy recipes

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Homemade burger recipes tickle the buds

Let your taste buds be the judges of your next gustatory masterpiece, a homemade burger topped with cheddar.

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Kid friendly recipes for vegetarians

Get your kids into cooking with child friendly veggie recipes

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How to bbq a delicious meal

Mmmmm...BBQ that is finger licking good!

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How to make cheese

You can make any type of cheese you want, including Gouda

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Italian sausage seasoning for your Italian sausage

With a variety of seasonings, anyone can make the perfect sausage.

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Easy soup recipes

Good for the Soul

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Tasty vegan cookie recipes

Being a vegan doesn't mean you have to miss out on this old favorite. No list of vegan cookie recipes would be complete without a recipe for chocolate chip cookies

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Rice pudding recipes

These great rice pudding recipes will warm your family's heart

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Easy bread recipes

There is nothing like fresh bread from the oven

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Easy mole sauce recipes

Mole sauce, a diverse mix of onions, peppers, spices and sometimes chocolate, is a versatile treat that enhances chicken and tamale dishes as well as anything else you want to spice up

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The best Florida recipes

Delight your tastebuds with delicious Floridian cuisine like fajitas, salsas and mojo chicken made with the unique, international flavors of the Caribbean

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Banana bread recipes

Banana bread lends itself well to additions and modifications. These recipes improve nutrition and fiber content by adding whole wheat flour

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Recipes using barramundi

Whether you steam, grill, fry or bake barramundi, it lends itself beautiful to many flavors like garlic, lemon, shallots and parsley because of its sweet, mild flavor

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Easy cake recipes

Next time you're stuck for a dessert idea, try one of these easy cake recipes - a delicious dessert doesn't have to be difficult or time-consuming

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How to cook pumpkin seeds

No matter which recipe you use to add the spices to your pumpkin seeds, you should begin with these simple steps

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What are different types of sugar?

Be aware of sugar's presence in a wide variety of foods and learn about different type of sugars to manage your diet better

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Great barbeque tips

Keep your grill clean and free of any grease buildup; this will enable your grill to work more efficiently and safely

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Delicious tapas recipes

Tapas are an hors d'oeuvre served with drinks – especially in Spanish bars; now tapas are becoming more and more popular in American bars as well

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How to make pancakes better

These tips should help you when it comes to making pancakes better - you may never want to go out for breakfast again

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Popular ground beef recipes

Until everyone learns the technique, put extra napkins on the table. This is probably also the messiest of many ground beef recipes, but the mess is a lot of fun

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How to make ground beef treats from abroad

Bring international flair to the old standby of plain ground beef with the heat from flavorful Jamaican patties, the savoriness of moist British pasties and the taste sensations of ethnic spices

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How to make stove-top ground beef

Making lasagne with ground beef in a skillet saves long baking time in the oven time but is just as delicious with some quick changes like using egg noodles instead of traditional wide lasagne pasta

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Easy fudge recipes

If you have fudge on your dessert menu, you can't go wrong

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Easy chicken recipes

Don't settle for a boring old chicken dinner - bring something different to the dinner table with these chicken recipes

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Easy Mexican recipes to spice up your dinner

From enchiladas to chimichangas, some Mexican recipes are just as easy as they are tasty

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How to make french toast

It's a good guess that methods of making French toast existed as soon as bread went stale and grew from there

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Recipes for special apple pies

Serve up one of these versions of the all-American apple pie with some vanilla ice cream on the side and you will delight those special people in your life with a wonderful treat that's sure to please

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Recipes for single-crust fruit pies

You can make your apple pie with one or two crusts

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Classic apple pie recipes

There are many variations on the traditional apple pie with different crusts, apple spices and apples

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Delicious sugar cookie recipes

Sugar cookies are known for their pure, sweet, genuine taste - sugar cookies are always worth your time and effort in the kitchen

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Delicious sweet potato pie recipes

Sweet potato pudding was first made popular in cookbooks published in the 1760s in Virginia

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Homemade ice cream recipes

A summertime treat for many families, ice cream can be made by churning your cream in a homemade ice cream cylinder

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Popular kitchen bakeware

Spooning cake dough into a cupcake baking sheet is one family-favorite activity for a Saturday afternoon

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Healthy soup recipes

Eating a healthy meal does not mean you have to compromise taste. Enjoy these delicious, healthy soup recipes

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How to make succulent homemade spaghetti sauce

The best way of creating delicious homemade spaghetti sauce is by making and canning your own because no store-bought sauce compares with the taste of homemade versions

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Why eat organic foods?

If a food item is deemed 100-percent organic, all the ingredients in that food are organically created

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Why does turkey make you sleepy?

Turkey contains the amino acid tryptophan that has a slight sedative effect on the human body

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Delicious apple dumpling recipes

Whether you're looking for an elegant dessert or a unique treat, these apple dumpling recipes are sure to please your taste buds

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Granola recipes

These granola recipes make for a great snack

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Using a springform pan

The springform pan makes life easier for bakers everywhere

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Hamantaschen recipes for beginners

Traditional hamantaschen are made with cookie dough and your favorite fillings

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Make jelly at home

Homemade jelly recipes have been passed down from generation to generation--and they all still warm the soul

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How to make eggnog

Once you taste homemade eggnog, you'll never want to store bought again

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The best ways to cook hotdogs

Nothing beats a classic American hotdog

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Fast and easy sandwich machine ideas

Make quick and easy hot meals with a sandwich machine

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Summer appetizers you'll love

These taste tempting summer appetizers will delight you and your guests

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Spaghetti sauce from scratch

Who needs sauce from a jar when homemade is so easy and so delicious

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Essential kitchen tools

The proper kitchen tools will make cooking more enjoyable

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Delicious summer salad ideas

These salad ideas are a great way to enjoy summer’s bounty

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Dealing with pet food recalls

Keep your pets safe during the recall with homemade pet food

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How to cook brisket

A delicious favorite, a brisket is ideal for large family gatherings

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How to deep fry a turkey

Deep fried turkeys are a beautiful alternative to oven roasted birds

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How to make Irish soda bread

Irish soda bread is a delicious way to enhance any meal - not just on St. Patrick’s Day!

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How to make corned beef and cabbage

Nothing says Irish quite like a corned beef and cabbage dinner

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How to make butter

Once you taste freshly made butter you'll never want to buy grocery store butter again!

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How to roast chestnuts

Chestnuts don’t have to be roasted in an open fire to enjoy their delicious taste and aroma

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How to cook beef fillets

Fillet is the perfect choice for an evening with guests

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How to cook hardboiled eggs

Remember these tips on how to cook hardboiled eggs and you’ll have perfect eggs every time

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How to cook a baked potato

Making the perfect baked potato is easier than you think

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How to cook asparagus

Asparagus is a delicious addition to any meal

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How to cook a prime rib roast

Make sure you know how to cook a prime rib roast before you spend the big bucks for one!

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Christmas cookie recipes

Christmas wouldn’t be the same without the wonderful aroma of Christmas cookie baking in the oven and wafting through the house.

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How to cook popcorn

Popcorn is liked by all, but the true aficionados usually cook popcorn on the stove—not the microwave oven.

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How to cook a pork roast

A pork loin roast is surprisingly low in fat and a good source of protein; it’s delicious, too!

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Recipes for Christmas breakfast

Enjoy your Christmas time with family and friends.

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Cake decorating ideas

Do you need to bake a cake, but you're not sure how to make it special? Here are 7 fresh ideas to make your cake a winner.

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How to make salsa

Fresh homemade salsa spices up your menu.

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Halloween recipes

These Halloween receipes are sure to send chills - and thrills - down your spine.

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Christmas crafts cookies

Now that the tree is decorated and all the wreaths are hung, it's time for different kinds of Christmas crafts - delicious Christmas cookies.

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Beef cuts

Learning about various cuts can make shopping for beef a much easier experience

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Cooking filet mignon

Filet mignon is, quite simply, a high quality cut of steak;it is an extra thick cut, from the tenderloin, that is very tasty, extremely lean and usually the tenderest cut available.

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Cooking roast prime rib

To cook a great prime rib or standing rib roast takes patience and timing. Other than that it is a very simple meal to prepare.

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How to make a gingerbread house

Nothing makes a more impressive centerpiece during the holidays than a homemade gingerbread house.

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How to cook a turkey

Some people believe they don't like turkey because they're thinking of an overcooked bird.

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How to smoke a turkey

Smoked turkey is a delicacy that many people love, but don't have often because it's expensive to buy.

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How to make pumpkin seeds

There are always plenty of pumpkins to carve up around and after Halloween time and a great way to make use of the seeds is eat them.

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