Monday, December 31, 2012

Cookies That Use Cheerios

Cheerios are not just for breakfast anymore. The cereal bowl should not be the only destination for Cheerios. These toasted oats add texture...

Prepare For A Chicken Wing Eating Contest

You see them on television, and it looks like a lot of fun. Eating competitions have been popularized in the past years, with hot dogs being...

Infuse Vodka With Cherry

Nothing plays up basic, boring vodka like a fruity element. By infusing your vodka with cherries, you will take your liquor from a basic mi...

Friday, December 28, 2012

Spice Up Apple Cider

Apple cider is a favorite fall drink, but with a few additions you can take it to a new level. Spicing up your apple cider can be done in a ...

Host A Sake Bombing Party

Sake bombing is a great social drinking activity that can be a great deal of fun. So, the next time, you organize a large group of friends ...

Thursday, December 27, 2012

Use Fondue Forks

Fondue dipping is a fun way to share good food with family and friends. It consists of fondue pots filled with cheese, chocolate or other di...

Make String Cheese

Cheese is one of America's favorite foods. String cheese , is an all time favorite snack. It is delicious yet still fun to eat. Kids and...

Wednesday, December 26, 2012

Make Homemade Pasta

Making pasta by hand is easier than you think. Homemade pasta isn't too much cheaper, but the taste difference can be pretty dramatic, a...

Follow Recipe Directions And Terms

Once you have your kitchen fully stocked with equipment, herbs and spices you can start making delicious dishes. A problem that many people ...

Tuesday, December 25, 2012

Cook Over A Gel Fuel Firepit

Can You Cook Over a Gel Fuel Firepit? Gel fuel is used in fireplaces (both indoor and outdoor), grills and fire pits. It is also used in cat...

Substitutes For Green Chili Peppers

If you can't find the green chili you need, there is most certainly a substitute. Green chili peppers bring a hint of sweet, smoky heat...

Monday, December 24, 2012

Use Bean Sprouts

Beans just beginning to sprout. Bean sprouts give crunch to salads and a tangy crispness to sandwiches. They're available prepackaged or...

Cook Porridge

Cheap, healthy and easy to make, porridge is a good breakfast for kids. Porridge, or congee as it is sometimes called, is a simple meal made...

Sunday, December 23, 2012

Homemade Tomato Sauce For Chicken Parmesan

Chicken Parmesan with a side of spaghetti and garlic bread sounds like a meal that would have to be enjoyed at an Italian bistro, but you c...

Friday, December 21, 2012

Cook With Garlic Flavored Oil

Garlic oil gives a pungent boost. In the kitchen, garlic is a workhorse of the savory pantry. You can build whole dishes around it, like gar...

Thursday, December 20, 2012

Nutrition Of Antipasto Salad

Antipasto salad can be a light, healthy meal by itself. Antipasto salad is an Italian appetizer made with chunks of meat and vegetables driz...

Use A Micro Cooker

Steaming vegetables and other foods is a very healthy way to cook, and the easiest way to steam foods is in the microwave. With a micro cook...

Wednesday, December 19, 2012

Rice & Pasta Salads

Pasta and rice are both good options for a hearty, healthy salad. Grains are a critical part of a healthy, nutritious diet. When blended wi...

Make Appleraisin Stuffing

Apple raisin stuffing can be used for turkey at Thanksgiving or as a side dish to accompany chicken or pork chops any time of the year. The ...

Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Throw A Fondue Party

Go retro with a fabulous fondue party that guests will love. Fondue parties were a social staple of the '70s and a...

Make Black Eyed Peas Old Virginia Style

Southerners have been cooking black eyed peas since before the Civil War, and it remains an traditional favorite. Black eyed peas are often ...

Monday, December 17, 2012

Use A Silpat

Getting your favorite cookie recipe just right so it doesn't stick to the baking sheet has always been a problem, not to mention baking ...

Sunday, December 16, 2012

Chocolate Party Foods For A Sixyearold

Choose a few different chocolate treats for your kid's next party. There's no doubt about it, kids love chocolate. If you're loo...

Friday, December 14, 2012

Tell When An Avocado Is Bad

Knowing pick the right avocado can ensure that you never end up with a bad one. Avocados are a tropical fruit often with rough green skin a...

Use A Slush Mug

Slush Mugs make a cooling icy drink perfect for hot summer days. Use a Slush Mug to turn a boring drink into a fantastic frozen beverage. T...

Thursday, December 13, 2012

Make Apple Cinnamon Herbal Tea

Cinnamon apple herbal tea is one of my favorite herbal tea blends. I usually buy it, but sometimes I like to make it myself. Doing so is su...

Preserve Chutney

Chutney is a sweet and savory condiment. Chutney is a condiment, popular in Indian and Asian cuisine, in the form of a relish made from chop...

Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Make Chocolate Fudge In A Ziploc Bag

Make Chocolate Fudge in a Ziploc Bag Fudge is a soft, creamy candy that originated in America sometime in the late 1800's. It is said th...

Popular Types Of Cheeses

Cheese is one of the world's most popular snacks. Cheese, a food that has maintained its popularity since prehistoric times, comes in hu...

Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Tune A Guitar Down A Half Step

When a guitar is tuned down a half step, the strings are easier to bend. Tuning a guitar down a half step is a common practice among guitar...

What Are The Benefits Of Red Vinegar

Make room for red vinegar on your shelf. Red vinegar is a versatile staple that no well-stocked pantry should be without. It adds distinctiv...

Monday, December 10, 2012

Plant Mangoes From Seeds

Mango seeds are housed in a tough outer husk. Ripe, yellow mango fruits have a sticky sweet flavor. After enjoying this tropical fruit, save...

Use A French Press

True coffee purists swear by the cup of Joe they are able to brew using a French press. Whether it is the ritual of using the press itself,...

Friday, December 7, 2012

Create A Milk Chocolate Truffle

Chocolate truffles are a delicious treat. Chocolate truffles are generally a luxury but can be made reasonably inexpensively. Making your o...

Health Benefits Of Watercress

Health Benefits of Watercress Vegetables are well known for being powerhouses of the vitamins and minerals necessary for everyday life. Some...

Get The Burnt Smell & Taste Out Of Overcooked Food

Immediately remove burning food from the oven to save it from disaster. Leaving food on the stove, in the oven or on the grill unattended, o...

Thursday, December 6, 2012

Make Gum Base

Most small gum manufacturers do not make their own gum base. Instead, they purchase it from a third party.However, if all you are making is ...

Wednesday, December 5, 2012

Make Hoshigaki

Hoshigaki, or dried persimmons , is an all natural treat that you can enjoy after a simple process. If you freeze the Hoshigaki, you can sa...

Identify Florida Mushrooms

The state of Florida is host to many species of flora and fauna. Wildlife abounds throughout the state and with the high level of moisture c...

Tuesday, December 4, 2012

Store Open & Half Full Wine Bottles

Oxidation, or exposure to oxygen in the air, can make opened wine undrinkable. How long an opened bottle will last varies by the type of win...

The Difference Between Egg Whites & Egg Beaters

Egg Beaters is a product sold at your grocery store made primarily from egg whites. People eat egg whites to avoid consuming the extra fat, ...

Monday, December 3, 2012

Dig Clams To Make Clam Chowder

Clamming is a popular family activity in many coastal regions. Making your own clam chowder is a culinary adventure, and it's even more ...

Peel A Deviled Egg

Deviled eggs are a common picnic food or hors d'oeurve. Deviled eggs are a classic hardboiled egg dish, consisting of halved eggs fill...