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Measuring Equipment | Dry and Solid Measures | Liquid MeasuresMiscellaneous Measures | Measuring Tips
Proper measuring of ingredients is important to successful cooking and baking.
Additional Onion Information:All About Onions | Onion Preparation | Onion Cooking
Tearing Tips
Irritation to the eyes, which causes tearing, can be a problem when cutting onions.
Suggestions to Alleviate a Sore Mouth or Throat | Suggestions to Alleviate Dry Mouth
A sore or irritated mouth or throat can be the result of a number of causes: Treatments for cancer or other diseases or illnesses, infections, tooth decay or other dental problems, dental work, and side effects from various medications may be among the most common causes for this condition.
Shopping | Stuffing | Marinating | Grilling and Broiling | Barbecuing and SmokingDeep-Frying | Doneness | Nutritional | Food Safety | Storage
Shopping Tips
When shopping for a whole turkey, it is best to purchase at least one pound per person.
Knife Blades | Knife
Construction | Knife Handles | Types
of Knives
Maintaining and Storing Knives | Tools
for Sharpening Knives
There are hundreds of different types of knives.
Anytime is a good time to entertain, especially outdoors. Whether an impromptu, casual, or a more formal gathering, these tips will help make it a stress free event for you.
See More Information on Canning Vegetables and Fruits:Canning Vegetables and Fruits | Canning PreparationCanning Temperatures and Processing Times | Canning Methods
Canning Safety | Canning Storage | Canning Tips
Canning Safety
Testing Jars for Proper Seal | Miscellaneous Canning Safety
Testing Jars for Proper Seal
After the jars have cooled for 12 to 24 hours, they need to be check for a proper seal before they can be stored.
See More Information on Making Homemade Ice Cream:How to Make Homemade Ice Cream | Types of Homemade Ice CreamHomemade Ice Cream Freezing Methods | Safety & Storage of Homemade Ice CreamVanilla Custard | Strawberry | Cookies 'N' Cream
How to Prevent Too Hard Ice Cream
When ice cream is eaten freshly made, there is not a problem with it becoming too hard.
Equipment | Tips | Flavorings | How to Make Fudge | How to Store Fudge
Making homemade fudge is a holiday family tradition in many households. The fudge is made to be enjoyed by family members but is many times given to others as a gift during the holidays.
Grilling Beer Can Chicken | Roasting Beer Can Chicken | Beer Can Chicken Tips
Beer can chicken is a great way to prepare a whole chicken. Although the beer can chicken can be cooked in the oven, it is especially flavorful when done out on a grill where it takes on that smoky grilled flavor.
Lefse Equipment | Lefse Recipes | Lefse Storage | Lefse Tips
Lefse is a Scandinavian flatbread made with potatoes. The dough is rolled very thin and then fried on a hot grill.
canning tomatoes, tomato juice, freezing tomatoes,
How to Make Stuffing
Ingredients | Prepare | Cooking | Other Meats | Safety | Tips
Stuffing is a side dish commonly associated with turkey and Thanksgiving but it can also be enjoyed throughout the year and with many types of meat.
Useful Tools | Making Gravy | Tips
There are many recipes available for making gravy but you will find that most use the turkey drippings, browned pieces from the bottom of the roasting pan, and a small amount of fat to give it great flavor and color.
Winter Squash Preparation | Winter Squash Cooking | Tips
Winter Squash
Squash: The fruits of various members of the gourd family, which fall into two classifications, summer squash and winter squash.
Wash your hands before you begin. Using a kitchen brush to remove any excess dirt, wash the watermelon under cold water.
Always use a sharp kitchen knife and a secure cutting surface when preparing watermelon.
Hints
Quickly chill wine by placing bottle in a bucket of ice water rather than in the freezer. Leave in ice water approximately 10 minutes.
Chill sparkling wine in the refrigerator for at least four hours before serving.
Useful Tools | Making Gravy | Tips
There are many recipes available for making gravy but you will find that most use the turkey drippings, browned pieces from the bottom of the roasting pan, and a small amount of fat to give it great flavor and color.
Shopping | Roasting | Grilling and Broiling | SautéingGeneral Safety and Handling | Ground Lamb Safety and Handling | Nutrition
Shopping
When shopping for lamb, select lean cuts and use low fat cooking methods such as roasting, broiling, grilling, braising, or stewing.