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Cooking 101 is designed for those who are new to cooking. It features basic concepts, tips, and instructional "how to" posts. Think of it as a virtual cooking class that focuses on techniques and skills that not only will save you time, but will help you to become a better and more confident cook in your own kitchen. Though intended for beginners, this section may prove useful for experienced cooks as well. Either way, I hope you find the information posted here helpful, educational, and fun. Get to cooking! There's a world of deliciousness waiting for you there.
How to Flavor Yogurt With Less Sugar
My wife and I have been doing a clean eating exercise the past couple weeks, and though low-fat yogurt is […]
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Recipe: Spreadable Butter
Have you been over paying for spreadable butter from the grocery store? Are you like me and have repeatedly done […]
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How to Make Brown Beef Stock
Until recently, I haven’t really pursued making my own beef stock. I’ve been making chicken stock for years, and I’ve […]
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How to Season a Carbon Steel Wok
My inlaws gave me an awesome Christmas gift this year…..a hand hammered carbon steel wok. Do they know me or […]
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How to Peel and Cube Butternut Squash
If you’ve spent a lot of time in the kitchen, you probably know how to make quick work of hard […]
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Recipe: Classic Ham and Leek Frittata
A frittata is a classic Italian egg dish, similar to a French omelet or a quiche, which is typically enriched […]
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How to Clean and Prepare Artichokes to Cook
Ah, artichokes. One of my favorite little treats. Good steamed and dipped in butter or mayonnaise, stuffed and baked, or […]
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How to Preserve Garden Peppers
It’s the end of the garden season and your pepper plants are loaded with mature and young peppers. You quickly […]
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How to Fillet a Salmon
So many people are intimidated with filleting fish. But it really is simple to do and is much less expensive […]
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