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Seems like cooking shows are all the rage nowadays and there are several Direct tv networks dedicated to people in the kitchen. Classy chefs are a dime a dozen but we think the following TV cooks have it heads above the others:
Ina Garten: Ina’s got the smooth Hamptons voice you love to listen to and she’s classy enough to include caviar and lobster at least once an episode. Her home is pristine and she’s always got fresh cut flowerswhat’s not Read the rest of this entry »

Whole grain pasta has many benefits one is that it is made from whole grain flour and nothing is removed or processed. It has plenty of vitamins, fiber and nutrients. Eating about 3 to 4 ounces a serving is suggested. This is about 200 calories. This pasta has protein, Vitamin B, folic acid, and minerals. It provides a good source of energy to the body. The glucose breaks down less quickly giving the body more fuel to burn. Fiber in the grain helps with digestion and weight management. Whole grain Read the rest of this entry »

Everyone is busy these days and no one really has the time to cook wholesome delicious meals everyday of the week. Instead of cooking a massive meal for everyone, try to cut it down to once or twice per week and then utilize the left overs for the following days, or even for lunches that people can take to work or school with them.

For example, if you served roasted turkey or even chicken for dinner one evening you could use those left overs in many different recipes as Read the rest of this entry »

You are in the shoes of a 17-month old looking for rooms to explore in the home. You want to explore every inch of your new home, the kitchen caught your eye because you see mom and dad in there. You see them opening drawers, cabinets, refrigerator, microwave, oven, dishwasher, trashcan, turning on the faucet, and using a counter top to prepare food. You are wondering what can possibly be in all the cabinets and drawers that you can get your little hands Read the rest of this entry »

When it comes to food preparation, there are some general rules about food storage that have to observed in order to keep the food safe for consumption. There are some fast rules that are easy to remember.

Foods that are not consumed on the same day and are made of perishable ingredients should be frozen in containers that can be reheated. Certain plastics can be carcinogenic if exposed to microwave, so be careful in considering those purchased.

Thawing of most foods should be done in the refrigerator. For faster jobs, thawing Read the rest of this entry »

Any cook will tell you that organization is key to a good kitchen. Whether you live in a small home or a large home, there are ways to organize a kitchen pantry so that cooking is easier.
Small homes do not have a lot of space. Most kitchens only have a few cabinets, but they can be divided into separate areas. Canned goods need to go in one cabinet. Cans do not need to be alphabetical, but they should be lined in rows for easy access. Foods that come in boxes can be placed in Read the rest of this entry »

When the weather turns for the worse, it can be said that folks prefer to be indoors. What would be a better way to spend the day inside than with comfort food, tastefully prepared and soothing in spite of the weather? There ar some tried and true menus that will make any bleak and dreary day a little more bearable.

For the cold weather blues, pasta dishes and chili make for a good menu choices, as does home-cooked soups with vegetables such as carrots, potatoes, and the root ones such as squash and rutabaga. These foods warm the body and Read the rest of this entry »

It will be another tough summer for the cooks of the world. Kids wanting to go to the beach, do-it-yourself home and garden products, and barbecues at neighbor’s houses. But what does the every day, stay at home cook do for their families or spouses when there isn’t much going on? You still want to provide a great meal, right? Try this one out.

Five simple ingredients and not much labor go into this dish that will have the kids and spouses gobbling it all up. All you’ll need is a Read the rest of this entry »