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“What is this for?” If your cooking utensils include a double boiler, you may have heard this question. You may have even asked it. Double boilers, while not a commonly used kitchen utensil, are extremely beneficial. They are perfect for preparing cream-based sauces and soups, or desserts requiring melted chocolate….
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Breakfast sandwiches are great until you factor in all the steps: toasting, egg poaching/frying, breakfast meat prep, etc. No wonder there’s such a line at the drive-thru in the morning. It’s easy to pick up a greasy McMuffin — but most people don’t want to take the time to prepare…
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Although cooking in bulk may sound like a lot of work, in the end it really saves you time and money. There are a number of ways that you can accomplish bulk cooking based on your availability and how many people you are cooking for. Cooking in bulk is typically…
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What should you do if you are in the middle of a recipe and realize you are out of an ingredient? You could send your child to the local convenience store for cream cheese and end up having to serve your caviar with Velveeta because to a 13-year-old they are…
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Lean, juicy beef, mutton, and veal, form the basis of all good soups; therefore it is advisable to procure those pieces which afford the richest succulence, and such as are fresh-killed. Stale meat renders them bad, and fat is not so well adapted for making them. The principal art in…
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The weather is heating up and you want some simple summer drinks to sip poolside. Daiquiris and smoothies are great but who wants to spend all day crushing ice? You don’t need to break out the blender to feel like you’re in the islands, just follow these simple drink recipes…
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Most people fear the task of making homemade candy because they hear stories of candy thermometers and high-heat, quick-preparation methods where one wrong move could cost you the recipe. We’ve put together some great low-fuss recipes that will be a hit in your candy jar! Truffles Don’t think that fancy…
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In the days before we had non-stick cookware, we had the next best thing – seasoned cast iron cookware. While non-stick cookware has certainly outdone cast iron cookware in the non-stick category, cast iron pots and pans are still favored by many chefs, including the professionals because of their durability…
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Sometimes you need a meal in a hurry. Whether you have unexpected guests, you just came home from work or you simply don’t want to spend an hour in the kitchen, there are plenty of ways to make a great meal in just 20 minutes that don’t involve picking up…
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Before you set off on your next family walk or outing, try making one of these super easy trail mixes to keep your energy up. Quick Fix Mix 2 cups mini pretzels 1 cup cheese snack crackers 1 cup honey roasted peanuts 1 cup raisins Place all ingredients into a…