Ready to Wok and Roll

When you need something hot and healthy in a hurry at the end of the day, few things beat a stir-fry. But it involves more than tossing some meat and veggies in a pan. Here are some tips to ensure your stir-fry is not overcooked, nor undercooked, but just right. Read More.

A Little Help in the Kitchen

Eating dinner is a family affair — why not preparing dinner, too? Little ones can get in on the fun. And they’re much more likely to eat what they’ve helped make. We’ve taken one easy-peasy meal and identified how your kids can be hands-on with these simple tasks. Read More.

RED PEPPERS ROASTED! 

If you think roasting red (or yellow, or orange) bell peppers is just for restaurants or chefs, think again. It’s so easy anyone can do it! All you need is a few simple tools, and your oven broiler. The delicious smoky taste of the flesh of the peppers add great depth of flavor to lots of dishes. Mince some and add it to mayo for a delicious spread for sandwiches or wraps. It’s also good in sour cream based dips for veggies or pita crisps. Read More.

Let us know our lettuce

Now that it’s the new year, many of us have made resolutions to eat healthier. So we’ll be making the rounds in the fresh produce section looking for salad fixings. But that can be a little daunting for some of us. There are a lot of green leafy things available, but after circling them in indecision we reach for the trusty standby: iceberg. Knowing some about other types of lettuce will expand your salad possibilities, and doing that can help you keep your resolution! So here are some of the basic types of lettuce. Read More.

EGG-CELLENT TIPS FOR WORKING WITH EGGS. 

About 75 BILLION eggs are produced in the US each year, and roughly 60% of those are consumed by people like you and me at home. That’s 45 BILLION eggs a year! You already know how versatile they are – breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Use them in recipes, or enjoy them on their own. But, there are some tips and facts you should know about our little friends. Read More.

Keep it scrumptious and safe!

Food safety should be a top concern of any home cook. We all want to enjoy our delicious creations without any concern of illness. One great resource for food safety information is FoodSafety.gov, a site devoted to food safety information provided by government agencies. Here are a few important tips, especially when working with food products you bring home from the grocer’s deli. Read More.

Be sharp about knives

A good basic set of knives can be the home cook’s best friend. Well made knives can be pricey, but there are a few things to know when shopping for knives that will allow you to find better quality instruments at any price point. Read More.

5 KITCHEN MYTHS EXPOSED

Let's break down some of the most popular kitchen myths!

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KNOW YOUR SALT

Salt is an essential seasoning in nearly every dish – including desserts! But the variety and types of salt available even in regular grocery stores can be a little confusing. Here are the most common types of salt and what they’re best used for. Read More.