People begin cooking for many different reasons. Some want to eat healthier, some want to take on a new skill, some are trying to spend less money at restaurants and eat at home, and some start cooking just because they really love food (that includes me).
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May
May
Most people claim they do not cook because they do not have the time. Between work, kids, school, activities and house maintenance time seems to disappear. However, there are a few things you can do in the kitchen to make life easier. One is purchasing a rotisserie chicken prepared by your local grocery store.
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May
May
Don’t you hate it when you order a slice of pie that is soggy rather than dry and crispy? Well, I do so I thought I would share some tart making techniques with you. One such technique is called Blind baking and it is a very simple and effective way to prep a pastry shell.
After a recent cooking class it became apparent that many cooks need to learn how to properly sauté. Not only is it one of the most important techniques to master in the kitchen, but learning how to sauté allows you to then prepare hundreds of different meals. Most sautéing done by novices lacks color or
Warm days and cool evenings mark the beginning of summer grilling season. One great thing about grilling is the heat not produced in the house by the stove or oven. Another is the excellent taste of marinated steaks, chicken, and pork loins.