Category 'Kitchen Tips'

Dec 2
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The 15 Most Delicious Things You Can Do with Brie

In the world of cheese, Brie is king. It’s creamy, it’s rich and it makes everything it touches taste more delicious. Here, 15 of the most incredib...

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Nov 16
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7 Genius Ways to Use Aluminum Foil Around the House

Aluminum foil: Not only is it a great "Weird Al" Yankovic song; it’s also your secret weapon for various household chores. Here, seven totally...

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Dec 17
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7 Ingenious Hacks to Make Hot Chocolate Even Better

What’s better than a steaming mug of thick, creamy hot chocolate on a chilly day? Not much—except maybe a mug scented with cardamom, cinnamon and o...

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Nov 22
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DIY Pumpkin Purée

The secret to making pumpkin puree that tastes just like the canned variety you’ve grown to know and love.First off, a couple notes to mention. The...

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May 25
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Grill Corn Smarter

CORN. It’s golden, and alluring, and with butter and salt there’s almost no better food in the universe. Here’s how to grill it...

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Dec 22
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How Long Do Pumpkins Last?

The shelf lifeof pumpkin is tricky because there is no sell by date, use by date or best before date attached anywhere to the squash. For...

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Dec 4
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How To Freeze Cookies and Decorate Later

Well, ladies…the season is upon us. The baking season, that is. I love baking and decorating cookies, but sometimes just the thought of h...

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Dec 4
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Prepare for the Holidays: Tips & Tricks

I think we can all agree there will be no Magic Baking Elves appearing in my kitchen or yours anytime soon, but I think I can help a little by givi...

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Nov 27
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Thanksgiving Hacks, Tips, Tricks & Timesavers

Thanksgiving can strike fear in the hearts of even the most seasoned cooks. Don't freak out! Whether you've been cooking for years and years or are...

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Nov 27
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Perfect Pie Crust Every Time

Don't settle for store-bought piecrusts this Thanksgiving! Learn these simple but precise series of steps that will produce a tender, flaky pastry ...

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Nov 27
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How To Easily Brine Your Thanksgiving Turkey

Soaking a turkey overnight in a solution of salt and water ensures moist results. When you add aromatics to the brine, the resulting roast is also ...

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Nov 22
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How to Freeze Homemade Pies for the Holidays to Help Save Your Sanity

The hectic holiday season is notoriously stressful, with so many parties, events, and entertaining obligations that quickly fill calendars. Making ...

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Nov 14
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How to Keep Your Salad Crisp

Use this layering technique to make a salad that stays crisp and delicious until dinnertime.

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Oct 19
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How To Cut Up A Chicken

Buying a whole bird rather than parts has many virtues: It's more economical, the chicken is handled less along the way, it lends itself to a varie...

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Sep 30
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How to Recognize Good & Bad Olive Oil

Olive oil in the Mediterranean diet is an ingredient that is in almost every recipe-especially in Greek cuisine-let’s not forget Greeks are the hig...

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Sep 25
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The Best Way to Store Herbs

Different herbs demand different storage techniques.Fresh herbs are no longer fit to use and should be discarded when the leaves turn dark or britt...

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Aug 27
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Homemade Cooking Spray 2

Usually I find myself slathering the baking dish in butter (definitely not healthy) or I use way too much olive oil which can be pricey!So here is ...

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Aug 5
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10 Things You Should Not Refrigerate

1. Hot SauceIt can live happily in the pantry for up to three years.2. Potatoes Refrigeration adversely affects their flavor, so store in the ...

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Jul 16
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Perfect Parmesan Crisps

Cheese.Doesn’t it sound like it should be a food group all on it’s own?I knew you’d agree.Since it seems odd to just open a block of cheese and sta...

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Jul 15
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Citrus Ice Cubes

Party punch calls for festive ice: giant frozen cubes capturing bright slices of fresh citrus. To make the ice, thinly slice lemons, limes, and ora...

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